THERE is an opportunity for businesses in Pendle to find out more about the world of new technology at a special evening event.

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) is staging a trends in marketing seminar at Northern Technologies, Netherfield Road, Nelson, on May 18.

Topics for discussion include text messaging, the internet, e-mail marketing, and internet blogging.

A series of presentations will be held to highlight how the methods are low cost.

A limited number of places are up for grabs for the event which starts at 6pm.

Tickets cost £15 each including a buffet and refreshments.

Members of the CIM can attend the event for free.

To book a place visit www.cim-nw.org.uk of contact the CIM on 0141 221 7700.