RIPPLE Parish Council near Tewkesbury is holding an open evening to allow members of the public to meet local politicians and councillors.

The aim of the event, which will take place at Ripple Parish Hall on Friday, December 11, from 5pm to 7pm, is to enable residents to "raises issues that are important to them".

Councillor Roger Sutton, of Worcestershire County Council, councillor Jeremy Owenson, of Malvern Hills District Council, and members of Ripple Parish Council will be present.

Harriett Baldwin, MP for West Worcestershire, will also hold a surgery to discuss issues with residents on an individual basis.

To book to speak to the MP call her office on 01684 585165.