MICHAEL Freeney has joined a fast growing textile firm as new sales and production manager.

Proprietor Michael Toole welcomed him to M and J Textiles, based at Whitebirk, Blackburn.

Mr Freeney, 53, joins the firm from Britton International in Manchester.

Last year M & J Textiles, which manufactures and supplies textile trimmings and accessories, relocated to new premises at Cunliffe Road.

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