Easi-Drive has been shortlisted for The Santander Small to Medium Sized Business of the Year.

Easi-Drive's Simon Bellamy said: “We are thrilled with this news and now have everything crossed for the next stage.

“It is testament to the hard work of the excellent team of people here. Customer service runs through our veins at Easi-Drive and we work tirelessly to ensure that we deliver the best service we can to all our customers.”

Commenting on Easi-Drive’s selection as a finalist, chair of judges Philip Forrest said: “Providing an empathetic service which recognises the needs of those who are in the post-accident situation has enabled the company to develop a range of services and deliver them in a way which minimises stress to all stakeholders. It has built a successful business that is enjoying substantial growth and profitability.”

“Orange has sponsored the National Business Awards for the past nine years and I am delighted that the calibre of entrants keeps on improving,” said Martin Stiven, Vice President, Orange UK. “It's been a tough couple of years for business but the UK's organisations have not let this stop them from delivering success. I'd like to congratulate all the finalists for being a real inspiration for what is possible in business.”

The Small to Medium Sized Business of the Year award looks for companies that best demonstrate an established position, significant growth and innovation in their market sector, under-pinned by strong business results.

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