Voluntary and community groups in Keighley have been urged to join their support agency in the town.

The long-established Keighley Voluntary Services has outlined the benefits of free membership to local groups.

Groups large and small can receive a wide range of services from the KVS team based at Skipton Road.

This includes funding advice, discounted meeting space, use of office equipment and admin-istrative support.

Groups will receive regular information about funding, training, events and issues affecting the voluntary sector. They also gain access to regional and national networks which influence decision-making on many issues affecting people's lives.

KVS chief executive Caroline Schwaller said her organisation was well known and respected across Bradford district.

For more information phone 01535 665258.