MORE than 40 student companies set up by pupils from schools, colleges and universities from across the North-East plied their wares at a young enterprise trade fair.

The fair took place at Gateshead’s Metro Centre. Those taking part were able to establish a real trading company and learn all about the world of business.

The overall winners came from Northumbria University, in Newcastle. The Busy Bugs company, set up by students at Catcote School, in Hartlepool, won the best team prize.