THE managing director of a company which has suffered a spate of vandalism says police are not doing enough to help.

During the past three months there have been 10 cases of vandalism at Minsups, which has cost the firm £10,000.

The attacks have included smashed windows, breaking and entering and theft.

In desperation MD Fred Blenkinsop called on Stephen O'Brien, Eddisbury MP and Shadow Minister for Skills and Higher Education, for support.

Both met with Inspector Brian Roberts on Friday at the company, which manufactures mineral supplements for animal feed and is based on Road One of Winsford Industrial Estate.

Mr Blenkinsop said: "We are not getting the policing we expect.

"If the police can't do it then we should get rebates on the estate and employ private security.

"They are trying to encourage new businesses on the estate but we are the first company you come to and it's not going to look good if our windows are boarded up and there is barbed wire outside."

Mr O'Brien said: "We have had a constructive and frank meeting about the justified anger and frustration of local businesses about the growing level of vandalism and crime on the Winsford Industrial Estate.

"Minsups Ltd has been the victim of a prolonged series of vandalism attacks on its premises.

"This is completely unacceptable and those responsible for these crimes must be caught and held accountable for their actions.

"It is, however, not enough just to catch those responsible and further steps need to be taken to deter future attacks against local businesses by increasing the police presence on the ground at key times.

"I fully support the call by local businesses for the police to respond in a robust and pro-active manner when it comes to dealing with vandalism and other crimes against business."

Inspector Brian Roberts said: "The premises has suffered from an unacceptable level of damage and burglary and we have agreed to work together to identify the offenders and stop the senseless vandalism.

"We have discussed a number of options including a covert police operation to record the offenders and an increase in the patrols in the area to deter further offences.

"I fully understand Mr Blenkinsop's frustration and we have agreed to work together to improve the situation."