AN EAST Lancashire internet development company is celebrating after picking up a prestigious quality award.

The decision to award Readstone POS accreditation by the British Accreditation Bureau followed a recent move by the business to larger offices in Abbey Street, Accrington, to meet growing demands.

The award means Readstone is a Business Link approved supplier and means customers can apply for a Business Link grant towards their internet-related costs.

Readstone managing director Dan Massey said the achievement was a tough task with 40 per cent of applicants failing to make the grade.

"The accreditation is difficult to achieve but I believe it has to be if our clients and potential clients can take it as a serious endorsement," he explained.