NORTHERN Technologies/Pendle training are the new sponsors of the Lancashire Evening Telegraph's business and industry page.

The Nelson-based training and business support company offers more than 300 courses in a variety of occupational areas from business administration to retail, first aid to computers.

Advisers provide a whole range of services for companies needing advice, improvements and practical support. One of the firm's latest developments is the £1m Innovation centre, their business incubator, which is already nurturing 12 high-tech companies in Pendle.