THE environment and sustainable development will be the focus of attention at a council event in May.

Bury Metro, which covers the Ramsbottom area of Rossendale, holds an Environment Week across the borough between May 18 and 25.

It will end with an Environment Fair on Saturday, May 24 and aims to promote and raise awareness of sustainable development and environmental work in the area.

It also promotes healthy living, alternative therapy, organic food and sport and activities.

For details, call Nisha Kapoor at Bury Metro Council on 0161 253 6983.