GRANTS are available for short breaks for disabled children and youngsters in Southampton.

The city council has made more than £1.4m available for grants allowing disabled youngsters to spend time away from their families and carers.

Grants are available for two years to voluntary and community organisations developing short break activities in and around Southampton.

The deadline for applications is November 8, and you can find out more by visiting www.southampton.gov.uk/living/grants/councilgrants/shortbreaks.aspx