BUSINESSES involved in creative industries can cash in on grant aid available from Rural Regeneration Cumbria.

The organisation has launched a new project called Cultural Business Venture Cumbria that aims to boost the county's creative firms, which range from architects and designers to publishing and computer services.

Katie Wise, creative industries officer for Cumbria County Council, said: "Creative industries often find it difficult to access traditional sources of advice, training and funding. This fund has been designed to specifically address the needs of this particular sector."

For details, ring 01931-711147