I recently visited Taylor and Bloxham, a local print company that employs over 200 people across 3 locations in Leicester.
The recession, and increased use of the internet, means Taylor and Bloxham has to work really hard to develop and change their business. The Chief Executive Chris Bowen told me investing in equipment, technology and staff is essential to ensuring the company can continue to thrive in future.
Government initiatives, like the Funding for Lending scheme, need to understand the real needs of local companies like Taylor and Bloxham and this is something I will be taking up with Ministers in Parliament.