May Gurney, which in partnership with WSP, looks after more than 4,000kms of roads and 73,000 streetlights for the county, plans to keep operating Nordis Signs as a government-registered supported business. This means that it offers employment opportunities for people with disabilities. The company hopes improve its profitability by increasing access to a wider network of highway contracts. The company鈥檚 14 disabled employees have been consulted over the decision.
Cllr Andrew Langley, Northamptonshire County Council cabinet member for commercial and asset management, said: 鈥淚 think this decision makes a great deal of sense as it brings benefits to all concerned. It鈥檚 a great example of how the public and the private sectors can work together to bring cost-savings while at the same time providing a very useful service for people with disabilities. Nordis Signs provides an excellent service and I鈥檓 delighted that we鈥檝e found this solution to ensure it can continue to operate.鈥�
May Gurney Highway Services finance director David Hogg added: 鈥淲e deliver essential services that make a difference to the quality of life for our communities, and therefore social and environmental sustainability are at the core of May Gurney鈥檚 business.
MGWSP, a partnership between May Gurney and WSP, is looking after more than 4,000kms of roads and 73,000 streetlights under a long-term contract with Northamptonshire County Council.
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