CHILDREN from Horwich Parish School are doing their bit to help make the world a fairer place.

To coincide with Fairtrade Fortnight, the pupils are raising awareness of how buying certain food products can help workers in poorer countries.

Children in years five and six researched the importance of Fairtrade and presented their findings through drama in an assembly at the school, attended by pupils and guests, including Horwich Mayor Cllr Bernard McCartlin.

The two weeks, which started on Saturday, are designed to show people how small changes in everyday life can have a massive effect on improving the lives of workers across the world.

Bolton Museum and Art Gallery is also marking the fortnight by staging an exhibition charting the history, from the battle to abolish slavery to today's campaigns fighting for a fairer world for everyone.

On display is a selection of artwork and poetry produced by young people, plus a range of Fairtrade goods.

The art was created by pupils who were visited by members of the Fairtrade in Bolton group, which has been touring schools to explain the importance of Fairtrade.

The Bolton Museum exhibition was officially opened on Saturday by Bolton Mayor Cllr Walter Hall and will run until March 17.