A HARD-pressed ironing company in Pengam has expanded its output thanks to a grant from Caerphilly council.

Founded last year by Sarah Evans, the business expanded rapidly after attracting a wide range of domestic and commercial clients.

In addition to ironing, Pressing Solutions as the firm is known, offers laundry, repairs and dry-cleaning services.

It desperately needed extra equipment to cope with demand and an approach was made to Caerphilly council to see what it could do to help. An economic development grant was provided to be used towards the cost of new, industrial-grade ironing equipment.

Ms Evans said: "The new equipment has allowed us to take on more business and we are now employing four full-time members of staff. "I'd like to thank the council for its help and I would urge other businesses in the area to get in touch with the council if they need help."

nt unit, said: "It's a pleasure to be able to help local companies expand and, in turn, take on more staff.

"Hopefully we can help many more businesses in the future." You can contact the economic development unit on 01443 866222.