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Barrett Steel's Tom Barrett wins national Red Ribbon Award/ bs046 / 12.07.13

Tom Barrett, branch director at Rotherham-based C Roberts, part of theBarrett SteelGroup, the UK's largest independent steel stockholder, has won the prestigious Red Ribbon Award in the ‘Young Gun' category. He was presented with his award at a dazzling event at the Lancaster London Hotel recently. Hosted by Family Business Place, Red Ribbon is the UK's only national award to recognise the contribution family businesses of all sizes make to the British economy.

Anita Brightley-Hodges, MD of Family Business Place says: "Tom Barrett was chosen as a winner because of his commitment to the family business, his strong work ethic, the respect and admiration from his colleagues and peers and because of his determination to succeed. We are delighted to present Tom with this prestigious accolade and wish him continued success with his fantastic family business."

Tom, who is 30 and lives in Sheffield, has worked at C Roberts for eight years. He has overall responsibility for the business, which employs 100 people and has a £40M turnover.

James Barrett, Managing Director of the Barrett Steel Group and Tom's father, explains why he was nominated for the award:

"Tom has a natural passion for the business. With his personable and charismatic character he is able to overcome the daily pressures of running a steel business, as well as being part of the sixth generation of the Barrett family. He is a modest young man, who does not shirk his responsibilities and has deservedly earned the respect of his colleagues."

More information is available from Chris Lamb at Barrett Steel, tel: +44 (0)1274 682281, email:chris.lamb@barrettsteel.com,www.barrettsteel.com.

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About Family Business Place

Family Business Place is the UK's leading resource for family businesses. The main aim is to raise the profile and prestige of family-run companies through networking, PR and events whilst also offering bespoke consultancy to ensure family businesses succeed for the next generation.

www.familybusinessplace.com

Contact Amalia Brightley-Hodges Tel: 01732 220120

E: amalia@familybusinessplace.com Twitter: @fbplace

About Barrett Steel Ltd

Established in 1866 by Henry Barrett, Barrett Steel has expanded organically and by acquisition to become the UK's largest independent steel stockholder.

The Group now comprises 42 companies operating from 28 locations across the UK and is divided into four divisions: General Steels; Engineering Steels; Tubes; and International. Recent expansion has seen a stockholding and processing facility being opened in Houston, Texas.

The numerous steel stockholding companies and divisions operating across the UK serve customers worldwide, united in a forward-thinking philosophy, commitment to technological innovation and exacting customer service standards. Each company operates with the full backing and support of the Barrett Steel Group.

Barrett Steel's head office is located in Bradford, West Yorkshire, on the site where its nineteenth century founder, Henry Barrett, set up premises in 1910.

Barrett Steel operates to ISO: 9001 2008.

Issued by: Barrett Steel, Barrett House, Cutler Heights Lane, Dudley Hill, Bradford, West Yorkshire BD4 9HU
T. +44 (0)1274 682281, E:chris.lamb@barrettsteel.com, W:www.barrettsteel.com