An inquest has been opened into the death of a man found hanging from a stairwell on New Year's Eve.

Brett Ivor Whittam was found at his home in Devonshire Street, Accrington.

Paramedics confirmed the 24-year-old team leader's death at 8.29pm.

A post mortem examination has been carried out.

The inquest was adjourned until March 21 for further tests.