School pupils who set up their own companies have been selling their products at Old Spitalfields Market on stalls as part of an education charity programme.

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They sold recycled denim, food waste reduction solutions and a even a dog's tug toy.

The youngsters make all the decisions, like what product to make and sell, getting a business plan together and managing their finances.

"This helps them discover skills they never knew they had," Sharon Davies from Young Enterprise education charity explained. "Once-shy young people transform into sales people to eventually lead their own companies."

The pupils were assessed by a panel of judges from the world of business who gave awards for best customer service and best product which was a reusable beeswax sandwich paper.

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The charity motivates youngsters by equipping them with the skills to run a real business or social enterprise.

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