THE Federation of Master Builders is looking for the best building in Britain built with the help of apprentices. A weekend break for two at a luxury De Vere Group hotel is the prize.

Nominations are being sought from talented apprentices and building firms which pride themselves on training new recruits. Call 0800 096 5765 for more details. Cyclist is manager KEEN Bury cyclist Alban Horridge, aged 47, who previously worked for the Halifax Bank, has been appointed financial services manager at Burnley-based chartered accountants Cassons.