TEESIDE Hospice's tenth charity shop was opened yesterday.

The shop was opened by Dr Roger Thornham, chairman of the North Tees Primary Care Trust.

The hospice has taken over the lease of a building which used to be a doctors' surgery, in Clarence Road, The Clarences, near Billingham.

Sheila Bearcroft, charity shops manager for the hospice, said: "We have had good support from the local community while preparing to open, so the next few months will be an exciting time for us.

"We are looking for volunteers to join the hospice team and help staff our newest outlet."

Anyone interested in volunteering at the shop, is asked to call Carole Hughes on (01642) 216925.