Budding entrepreneurs in Tower Hamlets are being offered the chance to pick the brains of those in the know at a networking event later this month.

The “Start Small, Think Big” workshop will bring people looking to break into the world of business together with established business experts.

It aims to help people understand the support available to small business-owners.

Cabinet member for jobs and skills cllr Shafiqul Haque said: “Small businesses add to the fabric of our community to make them unique often providing specialist products.

“Buying locally supports the local economy and local jobs.”

The event will be held at the Whitechapel Road Idea Store from 12-4pm on Wednesday January 23.