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Pioneering heating, plumbing and air movement materials supplier TG Lynes has increased its support for colleagues by significantly improving its family leave policies. TG Lynes has brought in a series of changes to enhance conditions for colleagues who are either welcoming new children into their family or having fertility treatment. Fertility treatment Paternity leave has also been doubled to two weeks’ full pay, while fertility leave has been bolstered Most notably, maternity leave and adoption leave has been dramatically hiked from six weeks’ full pay to 16 weeks, followed by 23 weeks’ statutory. Paternity leave has also been doubled to two weeks’ full pay, while fertility leave has been bolstered. Colleagues will be able to take five paid days’ leave per cycle of IVF or egg freezing, alongside the usual flexibility to attend appointments. If a TG Lynes employee has a partner receiving fertility treatment who works outside of the company, they will also be able to take three paid days leave per cycle. Significant life milestones Andrew Ingram, Managing Director of TG Lynes said: “We are proud to be offering our colleagues these improved conditions which reflect our commitment to being a supportive and rewarding employer of choice." “Starting or growing a family – or seeking help to try to – are significant life milestones and we believe this additional leave will support people as they adjust to their new circumstances." Confidential survey of staff TG Lynes is based in Enfield and has more than 70 staff working in roles across the office Andrew added: "Our people are our biggest asset and this move follows feedback from our regular dialogue with colleagues. It will also help to ensure we continue to attract the best talent within the sector to support our growth plans and service our customers.” TG Lynes is based in Enfield and has more than 70 staff working in roles across the office, delivery and warehouse. The company, which has a rich heritage dating back to 1912, carries out a confidential survey of staff each year and the results help to shape policy and strategy moving forward. New ways to support Andrew added: “There is still room for improvement and we will continue to find new ways to support our workforce, but we are proud of the progress we have made over the last decade and the culture we have created within a thriving business.” TG Lynes stocks industry-pioneering brands and supplies thousands of products, including valves, steel and copper tubes and fittings, press systems, composite and plastic plumbing, drainage solutions and support systems and tooling. An extensive plant hire service is also available.

Pioneering heating, plumbing and air movement materials supplier TG Lynes has bolstered its growing sales team with the addition of two new recruits. Tony Porter is the new Area Sales Manager while Liam Waller has been appointed Sales Executive. Tony, 35, has worked in the industry for eight years, including most recently two years at Georg Fischer. He will oversee sales in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, and Buckinghamshire. Committed to service and availability “I had regular dealings with TG Lynes while at Georg Fischer and built up a rapport with some of the team, including Sales Director Joe Kane,” said Tony, who lives in Ickenham. “The job specification and location of the role were ideal for me and I was delighted to join the team. TG Lynes has everything under one roof with impressive levels of stock and a reputation for first-class customer service. That was a major pull for me. There is a lot of uncertainty in the industry at the moment and a battle over price, but TG Lynes remains steadfastly committed to service and availability.” Passion for TG Lynes The 34-year-old was impressed with the vision and drive of Sales Manager Jim Higgins and Joe Kane Liam, meanwhile, has been working in trade kitchen sales for 14 years, most recently as Assistant Manager at Howdens. The 34-year-old was impressed with the vision and drive of Sales Manager Jim Higgins and Joe Kane.  West Ham United fan Liam said: “I have worked in sales within the trade for a long time, so I am familiar with what customers expect. I met with Jim and Joe and was really impressed with their passion for TG Lynes and their plans for the future. I am expecting my first child later in the year and it felt like the right time to make the move. It’s amazing how many people have been at the business for 10 years or more. It speaks volumes for how they treat their people. It is also great to see how TG Lynes has invested in the future with electric vehicles and warehouse automation.” Tony and Liam to TG Lynes Joe Kane said: “We are delighted to welcome Tony and Liam to TG Lynes. They both have excellent experience in sales and they will offer industry-pioneering service to our customers. We are pleased to continue growth and investment in our team.” TG Lynes stocks industry-pioneering brands and supplies thousands of products, including valves, steel and copper tubes and fittings, press systems, composite and plastic plumbing, drainage solutions and support systems and tooling. An extensive plant hire service is also available.

Renowned heating, plumbing, and air movement materials supplier - TG Lynes is celebrating an impressive year-on-year carbon reduction of 14%. A combination of improvements to its Enfield headquarters and further investment in green vehicles has helped the business smash its 12-month carbon-saving targets. TG Lynes has introduced more electric and Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) vehicles to its fleet over the last year, while the expanded sensor lighting system operating through its head office has also made a significant impact. Investment in modern vehicles Managing Director, Andrew Ingram, said: "We are delighted to have achieved another significant year-on-year improvement, as we seek to become a leaner, greener business. The largest contributing factor is our continued investment in modern vehicles that run on either electricity or HVO. In fact, a third of our fleet is now 90% more efficient than diesel." He adds, "PIR sensors now cover 85% of our building and that makes a big difference, as it means lights are only on when someone is using the room. We are rolling the sensors out to 100% of the building later this year. Even small improvements, such as improved window gaskets, can have an impact. Every colleague is playing their part in contributing towards our goal and I’m very proud of what we have achieved." High-performance solar panels TG Lynes recently invested in a new 7.5-ton electric truck along with an electric dropside van TG Lynes recently invested in a new 7.5-ton electric truck along with an electric dropside van. Both can be charged on-site and, on a sunny day, all of the required electricity comes from the business' high-performance solar panels. Meanwhile, four of its lorries - including two Class 2 18-ton lorries and two 7.5t units - use HVO, a significantly cleaner alternative to diesel that is manufactured from 100 percent renewable and sustainable waste, including vegetable oil, tallow, and used cooking oil. The lorries are refueled by a 10,000-liter HVO tank installed at its Enfield base, producing additional benefits including significant time efficiencies and cost savings. Elsewhere, Andrew said there are plans to further improve the business’ rooftop PV solar panel system by expanding it and also by adding a battery storage unit, allowing more electric vehicles to charge overnight. Support systems and tooling Andrew Ingram adds: "We are certainly not resting on our laurels and we are committed to continued improvements in the years to come." TG Lynes stocks industry-renowned brands and supplies thousands of products including valves, steel and copper tubes and fittings, press systems, composite and plastic plumbing, drainage solutions, and support systems and tooling. An extensive plant hire service is also available.