ANGLERS in the North-west are being reminded to renew their rod licences -- available from post offices -- before their next fishing trip.

All full and concessionary permits for the 2002/3 angling season expired at midnight on Monday, but new season licences are on sale now.

They are available from any post office from the Environment Agency's telephone sales line on 08701 662 662, or on the internet from www.environment-agency.gov.uk/fish