GRANADA Television is planning a mass gathering for North-west relatives and close friends of the armed forces serving in the Gulf.

The evening promises to be informal and relaxed and aims to bring together people to share their experiences, fears and worries, and give them the opportunity of supporting one another at this difficult time.

Scores of relatives and friends are already planning to attend and Granada is asking people to bring along a photograph of their loved ones.

For details of where and when the evening is being held write to Gulf Meeting, Granada Reports, Quay Street, Manchester M60 9EA, or email granada.reports@ granadamedia.com