New building contractors are being sought by the council to carry out large-scale programmes of renewal and improvement in the Central, Stoneyholme and Daneshouse areas.

It will involve improving the stone-built terraced properties, including stone cleaning, remedial work and the replacement of windows and doors, together with re-roofing, rebuilding work to chimneys and improving rear yards.

Coun Rafique Malik, chairman of the housing and community services committee, said: "Contracts generally fall within the range of £50,000 to £40,000."

Applications in writing and addressed to Paul Shenton, Building Consultancy Manager, Burnley Borough Council, 20 Nicholas Street, Burnley, BB11 2AP.

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