THE search for the UK's most successful entrepreneurs is underway with the launch of the 2004 Growing Business Awards.

Established in 1999, the Growing Business Awards are organised annually by the CBI (Confederation of British Industry) and Real Business magazine.

To be eligible for nine of the ten categories, including Entrepreneur of the Year and Company of the Year, companies must have fewer than 500 employees.

Entry is free of charge and the closing date is 22 September, with the winners announced at a ceremony in London on December 2.

Entry forms and further details can be found at www.growingbusinessawards.co.uk

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