A new group financial director has been appointed at Brindley Garages following the semi-retirement of David Tolley.

Paul Ashcroft has been promoted to the role.

Robin Brindley, chairman, said: "We are extremely grateful to David Tolley for his magnificent contribution to the group's success over the last 42 years and feel sure that Paul Ashcroft, who has ably assisted him for the last 12 years, will follow in his footsteps."