A MAJOR milestone has been reached - more than 300 East Lancashire managers have now signed up for NVQ level four and five qualifications through ELTEC.

Michael Barratt, general manager at Great Harwood-based Schlumberger Metflex, became the 300th to join the NVQ centre based at Clayton-le-Moors.

"We operate in worldwide markets and have to keep a sharp competitive edge," said Mr Barratt.

"I believe that good management and a highly trained and committed workforce is the key to achieving this."

"That is why I decided to boost my management skills by embarking on the NVQ."

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