YOUNG people will be taught cookery basics after a workshop received funding from the National Lottery.

The Hands on Cookery Workshop, in Durham, has been given £4,567 from the Awards for All programme.

It will allow the group to run a free 14-week pilot project to teach youngsters to cook affordable, healthy food.

Principal Lorna Prasad said: "We are delighted with this award, which will enable us to help many local young people learn this important life skill and achieve greater independence.

For information about the scheme, ring Ms Prasad on 0191-378 0122 or 07739 384959.