YOUNGSTERS in Bosnia are to get a high-tech education - thanks to the efforts of police sergeant Paul Jenkins.

Last April he was transferred from his job as a custody officer at York to the International Policing Task Force in Bihac.

And he was so moved by the primitive conditions he saw in schools there that he decided to do something about it.

He contacted friends and family, his old school - Woodthorpe Juniors in York - and the charity Computer Aid International.

With their help he was able to acquire 22 computers, two lap-tops and four printers as well as pens, pencils, crayons and books.

The army's 5 Battalion REME offered to transport the equipment to Bosnia and last week Sgt Jenkins was at Catterick Garrison to see it all loaded on a military lorry for the long journey eastwards.

"There are seven schools in the area where I was working, catering for children aged from seven to 14," he said.

"They are so poorly funded that some of them do not even have a heating system. The children sit at their desks in hats and coats to keep warm.

"I was determined to do something to help and I'm very grateful to all those who have assisted me with their time and donations.

"The staff and pupils will get such a surprise when this equipment arrives."

Sgt Jenkins is heading back to Bihac later this month in a new role, attached to the European Policing Mission.