AN authority is kicking up a fuss over its anti-noise patrols.

The Middlesbrough Borough Council team deals with 1,300 noise complaints and requests for assistance each year.

Complaints range from screaming, burglar and car alarms and barking dogs to noisy pubs and loud parties.

Now, the council is asking people to fill in a satisfaction survey questionnaire indicating what they think of the service and suggesting what improvements could be made.

The council says everyone's opinion is valued.