BUSINESSES across the North- East have a few weeks left to get involved with a James Bondthemed charity ball.

The ball, which will raise money for Diabetes UK, has attracted support from Tait Walker, NatWest and AA Secretarial Services but there are still a number of sponsorship opportunities.

The evening aims to give guests a taste of the Bond lifestyle, with a casino, live entertainment, four-course meal and a jewellery display.

There will be a new Aston Martin DBS on show, the car made famous by Britain's best-loved secret agent.

Tickets and tables are still available, priced at £55 per person or £500 for a table of ten. For further information, contact Diabetes UK on 01325-488606 or northyorks@ diabetes.org.uk