OLDER people are being offered free advice and information at a new drop-in service.

Age UK is running the sessions at Malton library every Wednesday from 1 - 2.30pm.

Aimed at the over 50s, the advice on offer includes benefits, housing and social care as well as assistance with form filling and applications.

Age UK community link worker Carmel Thompson, said they had a session in Pickering and decided to expand the service make it available in Malton.

"Anyone who is have problems with benefits, housing matters or other issues is welcome to pop in and have a chat," she added.

"The aim is to offer friendly advice and everything is confidential - if we can't help we will put people in touch with someone who can."

For more information phone Age UK on 01723 379058.