A CENTRE in Warrington that helps people affected by abuse has been rewarded with a community achievement seal of approval.

The Warrington Advice & Resource Centre, based at Palmyra Square, has scooped the Community Legal Service (CLS) Quality Mark to herald its efforts in helping those in a domestic or caring setting.

The organisation promotes the benefit of healthy relationships.

They also run personal development programmes, Positive You and Positive Women offering a 12-week schedule of counselling and emotional support.