THE annual meeting of the Burnley branch of the Parkinson's Disease Society which covers all areas of East Lancashire will be on Wednesday, February 27.

The meeting will be at the Temple Street resource centre, Burnley, starting at 7.30pm. There will also be a bring and buy home-baking table.

Publicity officer Yvonne Crossland said: "We want people to know that the society exists and that it is there to provide information and support to people who have unfortunately found they have Parkinson's.

"The society is a very important resource for these people and their carers."

Anyone wanting information about the branch or to arrange transport to the meeting is asked to contact Ray Nicholls on 01282 457232.