AN elders' congress could soon become a feature of a Teesside council.
Liberal Democrat councillor Chris Abbott suggested the idea at a full meeting of Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council.
His proposal would involve encouraging people over the age of 50 to become more involved in their local communities, playing a part in the decision-making process and promoting the interests of older people.
This would be done with the support and encouragement of the council.
Coun Abbott said the council had promised to take the proposals on board, and look into the issue as part of a best value review, which is due to start soon.
He said: "I am delighted that the council has accepted the proposal, and is going to seriously consider providing our older residents with more opportunity to participate in the decisions that affect them."
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