AN enterprise agency has launched a financial advice service for growing businesses.

Regional Financial Services (RFS) is sponsored by One NorthEast and the European Regional Development Fund, with support from Business Link.

The service is aimed at helping businesses in Weardale to deal with critical financial issues.

RFS will also offer the Business Angels Network and Investors Forum, both providing investment, the Pathfinder service, helping businesses face trading difficulties and meet their commitments; and a subsidised consultancy service.