THE role of the local authority in helping economic development is the subject of Pendle Business Club's next meeting.

The club is hosting the event with Pendle Council.

The meeting will cover some of the major projects that the borough is involved in, the work of the Pendle Partnership and the availability of grants to local firms.

The meeting will be held in the Manhattan Suite at the Fence Gate Inn, Fence, on November 15 at 6.15pm.

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