Any fears that Aim might have to take a back seat following the change of regime at the London Stock Exchange were dispelled this week by Xavier Rolet.

The new chief executive this week travelled to Manchester to take part in a round table with several Aim companies and advisers. He left them in no doubt of the importance of the junior market for the LSE’s future. “We are very, very committed to Aim – it is a cornerstone of our primary brand,” he said.