THE Smurfit Corrugated factory at Nelson has won a top industry award for its achievements on health and safety.

The firm was presented with the award by the British Fibreboard Packaging Association for the second year running.

It is donating its £1,000 prize to the Burnley and Pendle Hospice and the Saturday Club.

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