A BUSINESSMAN is offering firms a quarter off their rent if they move into his Burnley office block.

Paul Dawson, of Anvic Developments, wants to help businesses and will give them a discount if they opt to take space in Northbridge House, in Elm Street, Daneshouse.

Mr Dawson said Burnley had been particularly badly hit by the recession.

He added: “It is vital the private sector leads the recovery. The banks have got to support small businesses and I want to play my part in making it easier for entrepreneurs to move forward.”

The 25per cent discount applies to rent between October and December and is to celebrate Anvic’s 25th anniversary. For more details call 01282 450000, or email info@anvic.co.uk