AN Ashburton software firm is expanding its offices and creating 22 new jobs thanks to a £125,000 government grant.

Grey Matter, based in the town's Station Yard, is one of the UK's leading software reselling companies, with a turnover of nearly £35 million.

Founded in 1983 it was one of the first businesses of its kind in the UK, employs 83 staff and is a partner with global giants such as Microsoft, Dell and Intel.