Employability open days for local residents are to take place across North Ayrshire.

Citizens can go along and meet with a range of partners looking to support unemployed residents into work.

North Ayrshire Council is joining together with Job Centre Plus, Ayrshire College, Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce, Skills Development Scotland and the department for work and pensions to host three events.

Councillor Alex Gallagher said: "Whether you're looking for a job or advice on training, or want to discuss issues that can get in the way of securing employment - such as financial concerns or housing issues - I would encourage local people to attend the hubs on a regular basis to benefit from the advice and support on offer."

The first open day will take place at Stevenston Employability Hub on Thursday from 9.30am until 1.30pm.

The other events will take place in Fullarton on January 31 and Kilbirnie on February 6.