MEMBERS of the Colne Credit Union met at Colne Library recently to celebrate its third anniversary.

Originally launched by County Councillor Hazel Harding in 1999, it has flourished and now has more than 350 members, including a number of junior members.

It serves Colne and the surrounding area and is one of 18 credit unions in Lancashire.

Vice Chairman county councillor Tim Ormrod said: "I am delighted to be celebrating the third anniversary. It is a real local success story and provides an essential service for local people."