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Hillingdon select Connaught as new grounds maintainer
Hillingdon select Connaught as new grounds maintainer
April 2nd 2007
The London Borough of Hillingdon has selected Connaught Environmental to provide grounds maintenance in Uxbridge over the next six years, starting from today.
The contract was granted on the strength of partnership and a proven track record with Connaught for delivering good quality grounds maintenance services. The contracts will cover grass cutting, flower planting, preparing beddings, pruning shrubs, weed control, litter removal from parks and open spaces as well as maintaining bowls greens and sports pitches in parks.
Philomena Bach, director of environment and consumer protection for the London Borough of Hillingdon, said: "We are delighted to have two new grounds maintenance contractors starting in April. We are streamlining our services and the new partnership arrangements will be more efficient and enable us to make improvements to further green spaces in Hillingdon for the enjoyment of residents and visitors."
Martin Gerrelli, Sales Director for Connaught Environmental Ltd, said: "We are proud to have won the opportunity to establish a long term partnership with the London Borough of Hillingdon and look forward to working with all stakeholders in the successful delivery of the grounds maintenance service."
The project is a commitment by the London Borough of Hillingdon to deliver continuous improvements in the way in which its green spaces are maintained. This joint working will benefit both residents and visitors of the borough.