TEST Valley Business Awards are back with a bang next year with Radio 4’s Just a Minute host Nicholas Parsons as compere.

The event offers local businesses even more chances to be recognised for outstanding achievement and helping to raise their profile and set them apart from the competition.

The launch of the 11th annual Test Valley Business Awards 2015 will be held from 4pm on Tuesday, 14 October at The Potters Heron near Romsey.

In anticipation of the launch, Mr Parsons commented on his excitement in joining the awards for the 11th year.

He said: “It’s a great pleasure to be present on the occasion of Test Valley giving out Business Awards to those who have done so well in the locality.

“I’m really looking forward to being part of the event.”

Following the opening speeches, there will be the opportunity to network and enjoy light refreshments at the hotel.

The launch marks the start of entries for this year’s awards, see tvbawards.org.uk.

Attending the TVB Awards is free but spaces are limited so please book by emailing: info@tvbawards.org.uk.