STRUGGLING businesses hit by family tensions are the target for a joint venture between the Institute of Business Advisers and Barclays Corporate Business Support.

They have developed a practical workshop -- to be run in 12 regions over the next three months -- which looks at overcoming hostility, resentment and opposition.

They say that with two thirds of all UK businesses family owned and managed, business advisers can have an important role in providing dispassionate guidance on solving difficulties.

More information is available from Mike Horner of the IBA on 01246 453322 or Les Otty of Barclays Corporate Business Support on 020 7382 5443.