WHEN the meals service at two sheltered housing schemes, Shenstone and Crabtree Courts in Bromsgrove was set to be axed in July the town's, MP Julie Kirkbride, was able to help find an alternative arrangement.

The local MP went back to Shenstone Court off Burcot Lane, to see for herself how the new service is working, sample the dishes on offer and chat with the residents.

Ms Kirkbride said later: “I am pleased to hear that residents at both housing schemes are delighted with the new meals service which is friendly, helpful and most importantly of all – delicious.”