News of the boost to the leather skills industry in Walsall from £10,000 in grants from Walsall Business Support has made headlines in the media.
The Express & Star is among the titles to report on how centre teaching the next generation of saddle, bridle and leather-goods makers has received £5,000 to purchase new tools from Walsall Business Support, which was launched to help grow business and skills in the town.
Specialist equipment is being bought for learners at Walsall Leather Skills Centre,The Bridge, following the contribution.
A second Walsall Business Support grant of £5,000 will go to The Equine Fitters Council to administer and operate a new directory of equine fitters, which is being launched to improve standards.
Having developed a new set of occupational standards, plus a code of conduct and professional practice, the Equine Fitters Council will provide listings for businesses which meet the required levels.
Other titles to cover the news include BDaily, Business Mondays and International Leather Maker, the leading news and business information service for the leather industry.
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