A BASINGSTOKE housing association has appointed a new finance director.

Sentinel Housing Association in Kingsclere Road has announced that Duncan Brown has been offered the position after the retirement of Lionel Hayes after almost 12 years of service.

Mr Brown is joining Sentinel from Knightstone Housing Association where he has been working as a group director of resources.

Sentinel’s chief executive Mark Perry said: “I’m delighted that Duncan has chosen to join us. He brings not only financial and business acumen but also the right personal qualities to fit our values and I’m looking forward to working with him.”

Mr Brown added: “I’m excited about joining such an ambitious organisation and am looking forward to working with the team at Sentinel to deliver great services for our customers and communities.”