SMALL Bolton companies are getting the green message.

Micro-businesses (those with fewer than 10 employees) took part in a free "Micren" energy efficiency workshop at Ladybridge Hall, Bolton.

It was one of a series of seminars designed to demonstrate how environmental awareness can reduce costs and save money.

Marika Rajah, Environmental Business Counsellor based at Bolton Enterprise Services, said the evening was a great success and those who attended were keen to take away what they had learned and introduce cost-saving measures in their own premises.

She said: "The range of micro-businesses attending - from caterers to office suppliers - shows the diversity of Bolton businesses which are committed to greening their trading and enhancing their competitiveness.

"Places are already filling up for the next workshop and I anticipate an equally encouraging response from more forward-thinking Bolton businesses."

Further details are available from Marika on 01204 391494.

The new Bolton Business Environmental Network gives information on wider environmental issues - 01204 388722.

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