Buckinghamshire County Council meetings streamed online

Computer users will be soon be able to watch live webcasts of some Buckinghamshire County Council meetings.

The move is part of a year-long trial aimed at increasing public awareness of council decision-making.

The project will cost £18,628, including the installation of cameras in the meeting rooms.

Councillor David Shakespeare said: "Webcasting is going to open up local democracy in Buckinghamshire."