OFFICERS have started working out a policy programme at a council after elections put three political groups in power.

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council will be run by a coalition formed by the Liberal Democrats, Conservatives and Independents after Labour lost power in the May 1 elections.

Now council officers are analysing the groups' manifestos in an attempt to determine a cohesive strategy for the next four years.

The council's cabinet will meet at Eston Town Hall on Tuesday.

Items expected to be approved include looking at ways to improve public access to decision making and evaluating the role of community wardens.