RUN-DOWN areas of Blackburn were given the promise of a £700,000 boost by MP David Trippier.

The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State and MP for Darwen and Rossendale made the announcement after a tour of Blackburn.

The package of schemes was aimed at developing industry and improving the environment in the town.

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