Seminars providing practical business advice for small companies is being launched in Wantage.

Called Smart Thinking, they help small business owners and employees improve their marketing, financial and personal communications and discover how that can affect profit margin.

Sponsored by the Wantage and District Chamber of Commerce, the first session is free and will be held on Thursday, June 19, in the Civic Hall. Chamber chairman Reg Waite said: "Cashflow and profit are critical issues for all businesses.

"For small companies, finding ways to achieve your business objectives, balance your costs and get the most from your resources can be a real stumbling block. Smart Thinking is a first-class idea for structuring business growth and building a profitable company."

To register for the taster seminar, call Gill Bailey on 0118 988 9093.