AN environmental project will be on the campaign trail in Middlesbrough town centre this week looking for votes.

Easterside Partnership is ahead in the polls to land a £12,500 boost from the Marks and Spencer Community Energy Fund.

But campaigners are determined to fight for every last vote to ensure they stay in front and will be setting out their stall in Marks and Spencer’s town centre store in Linthorpe Road tomorrow. (September 24)

The scheme is one of seven across the North-East vying to secure the public’s backing and land the cash. Votes can be cast via ecoeasterside.com

Ladgate ward councillor June Goodchild said: “We’ve had great support so far, but we still need as many people as possible to vote to give us the best possible chance of securing this important grant.

“The solar panels will help to power the CCTV cameras at the precinct, while the LED lighting will help to make the whole area safer.

“It’s something the whole community will benefit from, so I hope people will make their voices heard and vote for this important local project.”

If successful, the Easterside project will see the installation of solar panels and LED lighting at the community centre and shops, improving both energy efficiency and safety.

To vote in support of the Easterside project, visit ecoeasterside.com before the end of September.