Company co-founder steps down after 32 years

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Health and Safety Consultants

Ltd (EHSC) has said goodbye to its co-founder Margaret West who has retired from the business after 32 years.

Margaret, who helped to set-up the Milton Keynes-based business in 1991, stepped down in April after more than 30 years at the helm.

At the same time, EHSC has welcomed two new recruits, Anouska Panikker and Jade Ainsley.

Anouska joined the team in February as EHSC’s Compliance Coordinator, having previously worked at Sciensus. With a Master of Arts in Public Policy, Anouska’s role will ensure that all EHSC’s clients are fully compliant with the latest health and safety legislation.

Jade joined EHSC in May as the company’s executive assistant and workplace manager, having previously worked in the facilities team at Xero UK Ltd for eight years. She brings with her extensive experience in facilities management, workplace/event operations and people leadership.

Managing director Beckie Staincliffe said: “Although Margaret is deeply missed within our business, it is fabulous to see the business going through growth, and I am overjoyed to welcome two wonderful new employees to our family.

“I look forward to seeing how the team can evolve together, so we can continue to provide the most effective and reliable health and safety services to our clients.”