RESIDENTS in the Rede Valley are being encouraged to take part in a survey which could decide the future of public transport in their area.

The parishes of Corsenside, Elsdon, Otterburn and Rochester with Byrness will receive a local transport survey this week.

The survey is being carried out by the local parish councils and Community Action Northumberland with the support of the county council, as part of the Getabout Access Scheme.

The deadline is August 25. If residents have not received a survey by August 7 they are advised to contact Julia Plinston on (01670) 517178.