FIRMS facing higher fuel bills following the introduction of the climate change levy are being invited to find out more about how the tax will effect them.

Companies across East Lancashire are being invited to a workshop at the Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester, on February 8.

The levy is a tax on energy used in industry, commerce and the public sector. It aims to encourage energy efficiency and help meet the UK's target for cutting greenhouse gas emissions.

For more details and costs of the workshop contact 0161 237 4092.