Covers Timber & Builders Merchants welcomed Nick Gibb, the Conservative MP for Bognor Regis and Littlehampton, to its depot on Friday 4th March.
Mr Gibb was given a tour of the depot by Bognor’s Depot Manager, Paul Allwright, who explained its operations and products as well as how the business gets involved with community projects and charitable giving. Mr Gibb also met Covers’ Chairman, Rupert Green and Sean Clarke, Regional Director. The Green family has been running the independent business since the 1940s.
Nick Gibb MP commented:
“Covers has, over the last few decades, become a well-loved established institution in the Bognor Regis town centre. It is the haunt of all those engaged in improving or extending their homes, whether as a DIY aficionado or a professional tradesman.
“It is a tribute to the Green family who own Covers, and who live in the area, that the firm remains a family-run business. Many congratulations on the 175th anniversary of Covers and I am sure we all wish the company continued success.”
Paul Allwright added:
“We’ve worked hard to become one of the leading businesses in the area. We’ve built a loyal customer base and encourage the local community to use us for their construction and DIY needs. It was a pleasure to welcome Mr Gibb as part of our 175th anniversary celebrations and show him around.”