Public Sector: Bolton College brings in Peppermint PR

The Hale-based consultancy will be responsible for the college's media relations, providing the establishment with a press office to publicise its calendar of events.

Peppermint will help to build awareness of the college and its facilities on a regional and national level through a combination of traditional PR and creative campaigns.

Principal of Bolton College Marie Gilluley said: 'The vibrant team at Peppermint reflects the ethos of our college. The company has a fantastic track record in generating results and we're looking forward to working with them on a long-term basis.' Peppermint joint MD Jean-Philippe Glaskie said: 'Our aim is to cement the college's reputation as the establishment of choice for vocational learning in the North West.'

The news follows the opening of the college's £70m town centre campus.

Bolton College provides vocational training to enhance the qualifications, skills and employability of students.

It offers more than 800 fulland part-time courses, delivered at seven main centres in and around the Bolton area.