THE Northern Echo Job Fair Exhibition Roadshow kicked off yesterday.

The event, held at the Blackwell Grange, Darlington, aims to provide people with opportunities and information on careers and training.

Today, the roadshow will be at North Yorkshire County Council County Hall in Northallerton from 10am to 5pm.

The event attracts hundreds of people interested in furthering their careers, starting employment or considering further education, as well as a wide spectrum of exhibitors ranging from local and national employers, training organisations and recruitment agencies.