A SCHEME to help disabled people start their own business is on the move.
The East Lancs into Employment scheme is relocating to new premises in Queen Street Mill business units in Burnley.
The scheme is currently helping 50 disabled people and those who have suffered long-term health problems launch their own ventures.
The scheme has scored a number of successes since it was set up nine years ago.
It helped blues guitarist Tony Thorpe, a former member of the Rubettes, to relaunch his music career after falling ill and is currently assisting a blind man to set up his own business as a masseur.
"We plan to enter the millennium at maximum strength and thank all of those who have assisted us over the years," said Vicki Greenwood, administrator.
The scheme is supported by local councils, ELTEC and the European social fund along with help from Burnley Challenge Fund.
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