BBC News broadcaster Susanna Reid and comedian Jason Manford have been confirmed as the host and evening entertainment for the AM Awards 2012 next week.

The event will be held on February 15 at the ICC in Birmingham and the night will present the opportunity to network with peers, celebrate with staff to recognise their achievements over the last year and can also be used to entertain key business clients.

Reid is a journalist and presenter with BBC News; she’s now one of the main presenters for BBC Breakfast and also appears on BBC News 24.

Manford has risen from eager amateur to Perrier nominee and one of the UK's hottest comic properties in just a few years. Best known as a team captain in 8 Out Of 10 Cats, he has gone on to headline huge tours.

For more information and to book your place at next week's AM Awards 2012 head to www.am-awards.co.uk