THE group has monthly informal gatherings in Bromsgrove, Malvern, Pershore, Worcester, and Kidderminster.

The March meetings are: City Centre Community Centre, Midland Road, Worcester on Friday, March 10, from 2pm to 4pm; Malvern Evangelical Church, 204-208 Pickersleigh Road, Malvern on Monday, March 13 from 7.30pm to 9.30pm; Kidderminster Library, Market Street, Kidderminster on Wednesday, March 15 from 1.30pm to 3.30pm; Methodist Centre, 19 Stratford Road, Bromsgrove on Thursday, March 16 from 7.15pm to 9pm.

All people with M.E. (Myalgic encephalomyelitis), CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), and FMS (Fibromyalgia), their carers, friends and relatives, are welcome to come along to the group's gatherings, where relevant useful information is available.

Further information concerning the support group can be obtained from their co-ordinator Jill Pigott on 01905 455187 or chairman Ian Logan on 01886 888419.