A SERIES of seminars will be held to highlight careers opportunities for members of the Asian community.

A wide variety of organisations will be on hand to give advice in English and Urdu.

The events are a partnership between East Lancashire Careers Service, ELTEC, the Racial Equality Council, Youth and Community Services, Accrington and Rossendale College, Crystal training and the Ethnic Minority Association.

Frances Prince, ELCS area manager, said: "These events are a tremendous opportunity for people to find out about the exciting jobs, training and education options that can be pursued after school."

The first event will be officially opened by the Mayor of Hyndburn, Coun Mirza Yousef, at Accrington Town Hall tomorrow followed by further sessions in Rawtenstall on October 13 and Haslingden on October 20.

Anyone who would like further information can contact Martin Ansell at Accrington Careers Office on 01254 393316.

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