THE Epping Forest Chamber of Commerce is to hold an event later this month giving advice to businesses in the district on how to secure extra funds.

The breakfast meeting, at Woolston Manor Country Club on Wednesday January 20 from 7.30am, costs £15 or £12 for members of the group, including food.

Member Christine Baker said: "The event offers an ideal opportunity to find out exactly how to go about securing finance for your business right now.

"It will be presented in an informal, workshop type environment giving you the opportunity to raise questions, get expert advice on financial issues, meet with other like-minded members and make valuable new contacts."

The event will be hosted by the group's chair Iggy Quazi, and will be supported by Mark Horsfall from Jigsaw Money Management, Tony Barrit from Business Link and Louisa Sadlers from HSBC Commercial.

Places must be booked in advance before 5pm on Monday January 18 by calling 0843 289 8184, via email at secretary@eppingchamber.co.uk or online at www.eppingchamber.co.uk.