PEOPLE in Somerset can apply for money to open up their own youth clubs.

Grant money worth up to �5,000 is now available for people wanting to set up clubs, or keep existing ones open, out of a total pot of �76,000.

The funds have been made available from the UK Youth Parliament Advisory Group, with support from Somerset County Council.

To make an application, visit www.somersetyouth.co.uk or call 01823 410135.