A GROUP of apprentices from East Yorkshire visited a conference for local businesses.

Eight young people from the council’s Fast Forward To Apprenticeship programme, which is funded by Jobcentre Plus, visited The Spa in Bridlington to encourage local businesses to give them work.

The event, which was held in association with the Federation of Small Businesses, was the third in a series of four events providing business advice and guidance in Goole, Beverley and Bridlington.

Coun Jane Evison said: “This council is committed to helping residents find employment and training, especially younger people.”