THE Mayor of Dudley has pledged to visit 100 borough businesses during his year of office.

Councillor Dave Tyler has made the commitment in order to celebrate the achievements of local businesses.

He will also be promoting the support available from Dudley Business First, the council's single point of contact for business support, providing access to advice, funding, relocation and training.

Businesses can invite cllr Tyler to visit via mayorofdudley.org.uk/contact.html.

Cllr Tyler said: “We have so many vibrant, ambitious businesses in the borough and I am keen to show my support for their energies and innovation.

“I can’t wait to meet the many innovative and enthusiastic entrepreneurs and business leaders this borough has created.”