A CAREERS convention organised by the Bolton Council of Mosques takes place this weekend.

The event, aimed at 14-22-year-olds, is being held from 10am to 3pm on Saturday July 7 at the University of Bolton's Eagle Mall off Deane Road in Deane.

It will be attended be local businesses, job agencies and careers advisors, with advice on education, jobs and careers available to young people.

The event is open to all and booking is not needed.

Inayat Omarji, children and young people's manager at the Bolton Council of Mosques, said: "It's a chance for young people to get to know some of the companies which will be there and maybe even apply for jobs."

Further details are available on 01204 363680.