With only a few days to go until the Platinum Jubilee, there are still funds available for those who are organising activities to celebrate the weekend.

Leek Town Council has received a £1,000 grant from Staffordshire Moorlands District Council to support activities related to the Platinum Jubilee in Leek.

A spokesperson for the town council explained that the money has been broken down into chunks of £100 for the grants, but this can be changed at discretion if necessary.

People can apply now on the town council's website here.

A spokesperson for Leek Town Council said: "Leek Town Council has received a £1,000 grant from SMDC to support activities by community groups related to the Platinum Jubilee year.

 "In order to try and use the money fairly we have broken it down into £100 amounts but, where necessary, we can add to the amount from our discretionary fund or our events budget.

 "You can apply using the website grants application form but please mark it 'Platinum Jubilee activity'. Or simply write a letter to the Clerk, describing your project. 

 "For further information please contact your local councillor."