DUDLEY Council is looking for local companies to support this year's Armed Forces Day.

The event, which will take place at Himley Hall in June, usually attracts crowds in the region of 8,000.

Council bosses are now asking local business to step forward and sponsor the event with packages ranging from £1,000 to £5,000.

Armed Forces Day is designed to recognise and celebrate those who have served or are currently serving in the forces.

Cllr Stuart Turner, deputy leader of the council, said: "We encourage any businesses who are interested to get in touch as soon as possible. "This is a family event which encourages people in the borough to come together to support our forces, whilst having a really enjoyable day."

Organisations who take up the opportunity will benefit from the council promoting their support of the armed forces whilst enhancing their brand image and reaching potentially untapped markets.

For more information, visit www.dudley.gov.uk/business/advertising/ or call 01384 815228.