THE Farnworth branch of HSBC bank is supporting Zac's Youth Bar in Market Street.

HSBC Manager Ralph Fyldes arranged for the bank to sponsor staff T-shirts for the team of youth workers which organises activities for young people.

The weekend facility for young people aged 11 to 18 has seen attendances grow to 3,533 in its third year compared with 1,458 when it started.

Fundraiser Judi Hibbert said: "We are very grateful for this support -- Ralph was keen to help a Farnworth community service which has proved its need."

She added: "Meadowcroft printers have provided business cards too -- it is good to see local businesses join together to benefit the community of Farnworth."

CELEBRATION CHEERS: Left to right Janette Morrison, Gail Scholes, Mark Daeth, Judi Hibbert and Sharon Loak