Max Yates (23), of Lowergate, appeared at Preston Crown Court for sentence for possession of ecstasy with intent to supply, and possession of Ketamine.

Judge Philip Sycamore told him: "Those who involve themselves in the supply of Class A drugs can only expect to receive a custodial sentence to deter others from involving themselves in this dangerous trade."

Mr David Macro (prosecuting) told the court the offences took place in July last year. A supervisor at Clitheroe Social Club, on Wellgate, became suspicious and when Yates was searched drugs were found on him. The ecstasy had a street value of £325.

Yates had pleaded guilty on the basis he was a user himself. Friends had requested him to provide tablets and he would supply small scale to a small group known to him over a seven week period. The money was used to fund his own supply.

Mr Ken Hind (defending) said in mitigation that Yates had pleaded guilty and his offending was at the bottom end of the scale.