ONE of Worcestershire's fastest growing companies, Webbs of Wychbold, is reaping the benefits of £1,000 worth of free training, thanks to Business Link West Mercia.

Edward Webb, group managing director of the garden centre, in Wychbold, near Worcester, used managing director development initiative (MDDI) funding to undertake a programme of coaching to tackle key issues in the development of personal and business skills. He said: "I firmly believe training is key to the success of businesses, whatever the company size or market place. I can thoroughly recommend the initiative."

Phone Business Link West Mercia on 0800 104010.