THERE have been a record-breaking 156 entries in the Somerset Business Awards, say organisers.

The awards, in their tenth year, have received applications from more than 90 businesses.

Jenn Chidley- Sanders, from organisers the Somerset Chamber of Commerce, said: “We are absolutely delighted with the number of entries the awards have received this year.

“Not only have we received more than ever before, we’ve also seen an increase in the standard of applications across the board and we’re delighted to see so many entries from companies who have never entered before.

"We look forward to celebrating with the finalists next month.”

Finalists will be invited to the awards ceremony at Westland Conference and Leisure Complex in Yeovil, on October 17.

For more information, visit www.somersetbusines sawards.org.uk