The district has been named the most enterprising place in Scotland for its recession-busting initiatives, beating off stiff competition from across the country.

Now the area goes forward to next month's national finals where it will be up against 11 other regional finalists bidding to take the Enterprising Britain 2010 national title.

The achievement of My Future's in Falkirk (MFiF), a 10-year scheme set up to boost the area's economy following job losses in the petrochemical industry, was a major factor in the district taking the Scottish crown.

Brian McVey of Scottish Enterprise, which runs the competition, was one of the judges. He said: "The success of My Future's in Falkirk demonstrates what can be achieved if people and organisations work together to improve the social and economic prospects of their community.

"We are confident their example will encourage other communities to do more to support the development of entrepreneurship, which will be critical in responding to the economic challenges we face in future."

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