TEAMWORK has paid off for a high-flying Leigh travel agency which operates a 'warts and all' policy.

Co-op Travelcare is celebrating winning the coveted Investors in People award.

To win the award, the agency, part of the largest independent travel chain in the UK, had to demonstrate high standards throughout its recruitment, training and staff communications programmes.

A company spokesman said: "We are delighted. This award emphasises the importance we place on teamwork.

"Co-op Travelcare is the only major travel chain to operate a 'travellers right to know policy', dedicated to providing open and honest holiday advice including a warts and all independent view of holiday accommodation and resorts."

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