The Freedom of Information Act allows individuals and groups to ask questions of public bodies, such as councils, education authorities and NHS organisations.

Have you taken advantage of the act and obtained information from a local organisation, which you think would be of interest to other people in South Lakeland, Furness, the Eden Valley or north Lancashire?

If so, The Westmorland Gazette's News Desk would like to hear from you. Please contact the News Editor on 01539 710161 or email newsdesk@kendal.newsquest.co.uk.