HALL and Partners has strengthened its team with the appointment of Denise Goymer as strategic development manager.

Ms Goymer joins the Newcastle- based firm of construction consultants with a wealth of experience, having worked for a major national contractor for more than eight years.

Her role will be to help reinforce Hall and Partners' position within the North, as well as helping to plan the future direction and progression of the business.

She said: "Making the transition from contractor to consultant has been smoother than expected with the level of support and guidance I have received since being appointed. We currently have some exciting projects in progress and I look forward to playing a key role in developing the business further."