THAT the report be noted and the recommendations set out below be approved:

a)                  the use of more local papers including Herefordshire Matters be explored;

b)                 accessibility of the website should be improved;

c)                  Cabinet Members continue to attend designated forums;

d)                 the LAF co-ordinator, working with the senior officer present, should advise as to who takes responsibility when questions require follow up; and

e)                 a programme of meetings be agreed taking account of existing Parish Council meeting dates if possible.