VOLUNTEERS are wanted to have a say in how their local council operates.

Two vacancies exist on the new eight-strong standards committee for Hambleton District Council.

The committee oversees the conduct and behaviour of all district and parish councillors within the district. It hears complaints and ensures ethical standards are maintained by employees.

The committee meets four times a year and the new members will need to be available from July.

Applications for the post - which cannot be accepted from people who are related to or are friends with members or officers - must be registered by June 14.

For more information contact committee and support services manager Tim Gilling by calling (01609) 767015 or by e-mail on tim.gilling