Life in retirement proved too quiet for former company boss Brian Day.

He has now found a new challenge by launching an interior plant company.

Mr Day, who has already set up and run a successful construction company, is well versed in the supply and service industry as is his partner Annie Magrath.

The couple's business, Urban Planters Sussex, shortly to move into a custom-built unit at Shoreham Airport, puts eyecatching plants into offices, leisure clubs and hotels.

Brian said: "Urban Planters' product is great because it's unusual and attractive. I have a lot of experience in the service industry and I'm looking forward to putting that knowledge to work for this business."

The business is backed by research that shows plants bring many health benefits and enhance their surroundings.