BUDDING Naomi Campbells and Cindy Crawfords staged a fashion show to officially launch a unique new link for businesses in the area.

University of Central Lancashire and Preston and Runshaw College students took to the catwalk at ARM Construction's offices at Lancashire Enterprises Business Park, Leyland, to introduce the new venture to the community.

It will provide a point of contact for information, advice and practical help from a wide range of sources.

Partners in the organisation include the three borough councils, Lancashire Enterprises, LAWTEC, Central and West Lancashire Chamber of Commerce and Industry and local businesses.

Also as part of the opening ceremony and a symbol of the organisation's commitment to partnership the mayors of the three boroughs tied a number of ribbons together - each one representing a partner in the enterprise.

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