BUSINESSES and organisations are being urged to help reach a second century for East Lancashire.

ELTEC recently announced the 100th local employer to collect the training and staff development award, coinciding with the fifth birthday of the national initiative.

A further 416 East Lancashire organisations are committed to achieving the standard.

"Investing in People is not just about having a structured approach, it is about equipping your staff with the skills to face an increasingly competitive and demanding marketplace," said ELTEC's business development director Harry Buls.

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