Following the success of its 20 UK branches in the Midlands and the North, the Best Connection employment agency has targeted Crawley for its next venture.

The branch will have offices in Gatwick Road and will specialise in providing temporary personnel for the industrial, technical, warehouse and distribution sectors.

The company said the opening of the Crawley office was the first step to offering a national service.

Best Connection director Neil Yorke said: "The South East is a very important area for business since there is a significant number of companies in and around Crawley which fit our client profile.

"This launch represents an extremely exciting opportunity for the company."

The Best Connection has appointed Marcus Jepson to manage the Crawley office, which is expected to eventually have a staff of nine.