A CHARITY for people with disabilities in Hampshire had welcomed a new member to its team.

Enham Trust has employed Neill Young as the head of PR and media.

Neill has a background in communications including the Hampshire and IOW Community Rehabilitation Company, Working Links and Age Concern.

He will now focus on running the media team, trying to raise awareness for the Andover-based charity, which supports more than 6,000 disabled people take control of their lives and have more independence.

Neill said: “I am delighted to be joining the team, this is an exciting time for the charity as it continues to develop the services it offers.

“The opportunity to play a part in promoting the work of Enham Trust is an enormous privilege.”