GLOWING tribute has been paid to a Haworth company boss – by his daughter.

Robin Wright, managing director of Wyedean Weaving, has been praised as "the glue that holds the company together".

He took no salary during the recession and last year led his family firm to a record turnover.

Mr Wright is the third generation of his family to run the 160-year-old business, which produces braid and uniform accoutrements – such as epaulettes and sashes – for the Ministry of Defence, police and overseas clients.

It has also made items for films including Pirates of the Caribbean, Master and Commander and The Mummy, and stage shows.

And it provided Victoria Cross and Military Medal ribbons during the two world wars.

Mr Wright joined the firm, at Bridgehouse Mills, in 1980.

He has worked in every department, from manufacturing to administration and management.

Daughter, Rosie, who runs a branch of the business producing luxury handmade wedding accessories and gifts, said: "Over the years he has adapted the business, including diversifying the product range and services.

"He has developed offshore facilities, allowing the company to continue to remain competitively priced whilst enhancing the product range.

"Whilst bulk orders are made offshore, prototypes and specialist items are still made in the UK.

"When recession hit in 2013, rather than issuing redundancies, everyone at Wyedean went on short time. My dad knew this quiet period would not last. This meant not only could Wyedean retain its skilled workforce, but they would keep their jobs. During this period dad did not take a wage.

"He is always looking for new markets – he recently took on a tailor.

"Last year Wyedean had its best year with a £4.2 million turnover."

Rosie added that her dad regularly consulted Wyedean's workforce and encouraged new ideas and was well respected.

He also ensures Wyedean plays an active role in community activities, including opening the mill car park at Haworth's annual 1940s weekend, a move which last year raised £6,000 for local charities.

Rosie joined the firm about 20 months ago and applied her experience in marketing and sales to raise Wyedean's profile on social media and the internet.

She began writing a blog on the company's website, entitled wyedeanstores.com, to showcase a wide range of stories from its past.

"We were proud to be involved with special pieces like the Victoria Cross and Military Medal and hope that in the future we can be a part of other key awards or occasions," she added.

"I want to highlight interesting stories that have been forgotten about."