YOUNG people are being offered the opportunity to chase their dreams after a leading youth charity secured cash to help them.

The Prince's Trust was awarded £62,500 from the West Middlesbrough New Deal for Communities Partnership for the project.

Now the trust is looking to cover the costs of up to 40 people, aged between 14 and 30, in projects which will help them in their chosen career.

Regional director David Beavis said: "The Prince's Trust exists to help young people realise their potential.

"The numbers being helped, particularly in the North-East, are growing year-on-year."

Anyone interested in taking advantage of the trust's opportunities should contact Nicola Meredith, on 07909 545 000.