FREE chess sets are being offered to Swindon's schools.

Michael Wills, MP for North Swindon, has urged local schools to take advantage of the 250,000 sets being offered by Holloid Plastics ltd.

Mr Wills said: "Chess is a wonderful and engaging game and I hope that Swindon's schools will take advantage of this generous offer."

For further information call Michael Wills on 0207 219 4399 or michaelwillsmp@parliament.uk.