AN AWARD-WINNING insulation company based in Risca has been praised for its hiring of local staff.

Joyner PA won two awards for their commitment to staff training at the INCA 2013 Awards ceremony in London.

Islwyn MP Chris Evans congratulated the company during a recent visit to their Risca base.

After celebrating 30 years in business last year, the company is now one of the oldest and most experienced wall insulators in the UK.

Joyner PA has taken part in a number of development and training programmes, recently offering two placements as part of the Islwyn work experience programme.

Mr Evans said: “I was delighted to visit Joyner PA and congratulate them on their recent success.

“It is fantastic to see a business in Islwyn making such an investment in local staff. It just goes to show that Islwyn’s workforce is prepared for the future.”