AN advisor has been appointed to help North-East businesses take advantage of opportunities abroad.

John Holmes-Carrington has become an international trade advisor for the UK Trade and Investment organisation in the region.

The 33-year-old, from Norton, near Stockton, will use his experience of working in sales overseas to help companies find new markets.

Companies can find out more about UK Trade and Investment by contacting the Government-backed organisation on 0845 0505054.