The speaker has been announced for a new business group's first breakfast meeting.

Harleston and District Business Forum will hold a breakfast meeting at the town's Swan Hotel on Wednesday, May 23.

Guest speaker David Thompson, economic and tourism officer from South Norfolk Council, will talk about economic development and tourism in the area.

The event, which starts at 7.30am and finishes at 9am, will include a full English breakfast (vegetarian option available). The cost is �8 per person and booking is essential.

If you are interested in attending the breakfast or finding out more about the forum, call Clive Attwood on 01379 852789.