Essex Talking Newspapers is to hold a conference next month to discuss what listeners want and whether the service can be improved.

The conference is to take place at St Paul's Church Hall, St Paul's Road, Clacton, on April 17 and helpers are sought to offer assistance and give catering support.

Delegates from 20 talking newspapers are likely to attend the conference and producers, blind and partially-sighted members of Tendring's talking newspaper are also welcome.

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