Is this Bradford's best neighbour?

Businessman Randolph Victor has won over the people near his factory by cleaning up the street they live on.

Since he moved his business near to their homes in Bradford seven years ago he has spent £10,000 resurfacing the road.

More than that, he has renovated the drainage system and spends £1,000 on hanging baskets to make sure the street looks its best.

And, as if that wasn't enough, his staff believe he is Bradford's best boss for he has given them the use of a sauna, sunbed, gym, staff bar and canteen complete with pool table, TV, video and stereo.

Mr Victor moved his firm, Principal Reprographic Services Ltd, to Inkerman Street, off Cutler Heights Lane, in 1992.

"It looked terrible when we first moved here. We didn't want to give the wrong impression to customers and we wanted to show goodwill to the neighbours," said Mr Victor.

"We wanted people to walk past the street and think how nice it looked. The flowers really make a difference and brighten the street up in summer.

"We've got a loyal and dedicated workforce and a lot of that comes from the facilities they get at work. The gym and all the equipment is a good investment and is well used."

Resident Corinne Sanderson said: "Before Randolph moved the company here, the street was a mess.

"It was rough and full of massive potholes and it looked very drab. We all signed a declaration to say that he would pay for and maintain the road with no cost to us.

"He also sorted out the drain system as our cellars used to flood if there had been bad weather. He's really made a difference to the street and you do sometimes see him out there with a brush in his hand sweeping up."

Office manager Julie Hudson said: "Randolph is a lovely boss and is very kind and thoughtful. He's a real treasure."

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