JACOBS biscuit company has launched a competition to recognise the achievements of children aged three to 11 in the North-west.

Jacobs wants to find youngsters who have excelled in anything from sport and music to community work. The winner will go through to the national final and the chance to win a family holiday.

Entry forms are available from www.jacobslittlegems.co.uk or from Little Gem UK Competition, 147a Grosvenor Road, London, SW1V 3JY. Please enclose a stamped addressed envelope.