COMPANIES are being invited to compete for the title of the UK's most family friendly company.

The competition is being organised by the NSPCC to recognise the achievements of employers who help parents juggle busy working lives with caring for their children.

The Family Friendly Award, which is sponsored by executive search firm Norman Broadbent, is open to companies of all sizes and from all sectors.

Dr Jan Hartley, the NSPCC's business adviser for Bolton, said: "Providing flexible work life options not only take the pressure off families, but makes good business sense too."

Entries should be made by July 1 at www.workingfamilies.org.uk