EAST Durham residents are being invited to help improve health standards in their community.

Peterlee Health Forum is looking for people willing to volunteer their skills and who have the time to help identify health issues affecting the community.

It also supports applications from community groups seeking funding from Easington District Council's Small Grants Budget.

The forum will be holding a meeting in Hill Rigg House, Peterlee, on Wednesday at 10am. For further information call Judith Quinn, on 0191-527 0501 ext 2424.