WIRRAL Council's Housing Department opened their new North Birkenhead area housing office to the public last week.

The opening, timed to coincide with National Housing Week, was attended by Councillor George Davies, Chair of the Council's Housing Committee, and Wirral Council Chief Executive, Steve Maddox.

Said Coun Davies: "Our main objective in refurbishing the office is to improve the service we provide to the public. This has been achieved by providing a larger, more modern reception area with disabled access, and improved lighting and decor.

"We hope that the friendly, welcoming feel of the new office will encourage our customers to drop in and receive advice on their housing problems in a more relaxed atmosphere."

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