BURY companies can help prove that small is beautiful.

They are being invited to enter the British Small Business Champions 2004 awards. The competition, sponsored by the Daily Mirror, Lloyds TSB and the Federation of Small Businesses, is open to firms with up to 49 staff.

The winner will get a tailor-made trip to New York and there will be six regional finalists.

Those who wish to enter must hurry. Closing date is May 14. Entry forms are available from the awards office on 01296 426813 or by e-ailing businessawards@fsb.org.uk instead.