A builders' merchants is to begin a three-month-long weekly giveaway that benefits both customers and local businesses.

The Porthleven branch of RGB Building Supplies is among the company's branches in the south west taking part in the ‘Support Local’ initiative, giving away £500 worth of independent shop and venue vouchers every week until the end of January.

The competition, which is aimed at supporting local businesses struggling from the after-affects of the coronavirus pandemic, gets underway on Monday, November 2, when ten RGB customers across its branches will win a £50 voucher to spend at their local butcher.

Then, every Monday until January 25, RGB will launch a giveaway where prizes will include ten £50 vouchers to spend at an independent high street store to help with the cost of Christmas presents, five £100 vouchers for use on a holiday cottage in the region, and ten £50 vouchers for local attractions.

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Lee Atkinson, branch manager at RGB Porthleven, said: “There are many businesses in our area which have been struggling to survive this year, so it’s vital we do what we can to support each other.

"In total we’ll be purchasing and giving away £6,500 worth of vouchers to be used at independent shops, venues and attractions.

"As well as helping businesses, we hope our Support Local initiative highlights the fantastic array of local companies that are on our doorstep.”

All RGB customers who spend £25 at the Porthleven branch will have the chance to win a voucher.

Full terms and conditions, and a full list of the vouchers that will be on offer each week, will be available on RGB’s website www.rgbltd.co.uk