NCB Stockbrokers has joined those offering special cut price dealing commissions to First Active shareholders for a limited period. The service is available through its Internet site. The brokers will sell the shares at a reduced minimum commission rate of £15 per transaction.

First Active has also established a low price dealing service with Davy Stockbrokers, while BCP also provides a low-cost service. Anyone selling First Active shares through a stockbroker must hold a share certificate to complete the deal.

First Active shareholders are being broadly advised to hold onto the shares for the time being, with the share price expected to improve over the medium term.