Jewson has awarded Stewart Younger from its Blyth branch its first Values in Practice (VIP) award. The awards scheme was launched to recognise those Jewson and Graham employees who do most to embody the company’s core values.

Mr Younger was rewarded for guiding his branch through a period of record sales with no customer complaints and for his stewardship of two employment trainees.

He also helped Jewson raise money for its ‘When you wish upon a star’ appeal.

The VIP award will be made on a quarterly basis.