For the past few months every issue of Contact has heralded something dramatic in our midst and this publication is, unfortunately, no different.
No-one expected an election to be called while we have so much uncertainty already, but here we are. I’m sure we will do what we usually do in our region - roll up our sleeves and get on with it.
Whatever the reasons for calling an election now, there needs to be definite pressure on all the parties to show clearly how they will deliver fair economic growth for businesses in the North East and help the UK to secure a favourable Brexit deal.
Last year, as some of you will know, the company I run, Nifco UK, won the Company of the Year at the North East Business Awards. This year’s award winners have now been announced and what an exemplary group they are. They represent outstanding business practice and team work. So, I send many congratulations to them all including Omega Plastics, which won Company of the Year.....
