A LEADING development and infrastructure company has opened a new office in Winchester.

Consultancy firm Peter Brett Associates, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, has opened a new site in Southgate Chambers, as part of plans to create a presence in key areas across the South.

The office will be led by experienced planner Adrian Barker, who joins from the Bournemouth-based planning consultancy Terence O’Rourke, where he was technical director.

He worked on large-scale projects in London as well as the Whitely town redevelopment before his departure.

“I have worked alongside PBA on a number of significant residential and retail projects and have always been impressed by the individuals, the breadth of knowledge and the clear client focus,” Mr Barker said.

“So I was eager to become part of such a forward-thinking organisation, with a clear sense of direction and team spirit.”