INCREASED demand for debt advice has seen Citizens Advice Bureau move to larger premises in Stourport.

The service could also be available more than once a week if it grows in popularity.

The new home of the Stourport CAB, in Lombard Street, was unveiled recently to a host of dignitaries, including Wyre Forest MP, Dr Richard Taylor.

At the new location, two people will be able to be seen at a time.

The offices will also be open an extra 90 minutes, from 10am to 2pm on Tuesdays.

Manager for the bureau's services in Wyre Forest, Kate Bennett, said there was a need to move out of the old premises at Stourport Day Centre, in New Street.

She explained: "People have been complaining that they can't be seen and have to go to Kidderminster, which involves travelling."

Mrs Bennett said the office could open up to three times a week if demand continued to rise.

She added that debt was a major concern for visitors - who drop into the centre without an appointment - along with benefit and employment issues.

"We just want to do what we can to make sure that people get access to the facilities they need," Mrs Bennett added.

Members of Wyre Forest District Council and Stourport Town Council were among the guests at the opening.