VOLUNTEERS are needed to help raise awareness of the benefits of home composting in York and North Yorkshire.

The York and North Yorkshire Waste Partnership needs new “Rotters” to get involved in their communities, as part of the promote the Love Food, Hate Waste campaign, running stalls and workshops, and giving talks.

To find out more, book a place at the next free training session at The Station, Richmond, on Wednesday, July 17, or phone the volunteer co-ordinator on 01609 797212, or email nyrotters@northyorks.gov.uk or go to letstalklessrubbish.com/compost