A neglected Wolverhampton industrial estate is getting a major makeover courtesy of British Business Parks.

BBP has been working with Wolverhampton City Council, the Black Country Chamber of Commerce and Industry and support agency Business Link to develop the Bilston Road Business Area to its fullest potential.

The site has been neglected for some time leading to problems with crime and vandalism thathave in turn, starved the area of investment.

But these are familiar conditions for BBP, which specialises in revitalising sites such as this for the benefit of local communities.

The Industrial area has now been re-named “Metro Business District” and a strong group of businesses are working with all the agencies to implement a number of key improvements.

A Masterplanning and design guide is currently being undertaken that will be the “vision” for the Metro Business District and all businesses are being consulted for their “wish list”.

Anthony Harris of Harris Glass said: “Businesses consider security to be the major problem while inadequate signage makes it difficult for clients and customers to find their way around.”

“These are difficult but not insurmountable problems and through our work with Wolverhampton City Council, British Business Parks and most importantly our Business Park Co-ordinator we can ensure that this key employment site continues to provide much needed employment in Wolverhampton”.

“By working with our partners and with the commitment of local businesses significant improvements can be made which will provide a real confidence boost for the area.”