FINANCIAL services firm PLS Wealth Management breaking out of its Tyneside fold to expand into Teesside.

The Newcastle business, which has 21 staff at its offices in the city, has opened an office at Preston Farm, Stockton.

Tony Slimmings, director, said: "We have clients across the region and we were aware of the growth in our business not only on Tyneside but also on Teesside.

"Our new office in Teesside will help us move towards our goal of being the premier North-East management brand within the next two years."