A couple are building a new business while building a new family.

Iain and Sophie Ames, 38 and 37, are due a little girl on Christmas day, but this does not stop them managing 18-month old Oscar, a 12-year old business and a new-born business.

The Norfolk Lighting Company opens on Monday, 12th of October, and will be in Taverham Craft Centre, Fir Covert Road. The couple have 21 years of electrical industry experience and currently manage electrical contracting company Diamond Controls.

Lauren Burrows, a self-employed Marketing Manager for the company, said: “Iain and Sophie are very caring and career-driven. By hiring me on after my internship they are giving me the opportunity to gain experience and develop my career.”

It will be a one-stop shop, as well as offering a selection of lighting and other home appliances, in-house electricians can fit the lighting and this is what makes them stand out from competitors.

They will be holding a launch event on the 24th of October. The launch event is currently being organised and will contain refreshments upon arrival, vouchers and a 15% discount on products on the day.

Future plans include creating more jobs and an online store.

The company will sell switches that are remote-controlled from an iPhone and work where ever you are. This will allow a reduction in energy bills and can increase home security.