LADBROKES bas opened a new branch in Blackburn town centre.

The bookmakers is launching its second store in the town, in Northgate, today.

It already has a branch in Ainsworth Street.

Manager Joan Walkden, previously in charge at the bookmakers’ Ewood branch, said the company would mark the occasion by donating £100 to Blackburn Rovers Disabled Supporters’ Association during an official opening ceremony on Saturday.