STEPHEN LAIDLER has been appointed as financial advisor for the Bedale, North Yorkshire, area by Skipton Financial Services.

He has more than 21 years financial services experience and has worked for Yorkshire Bank and Bradford and Bingley Building Society. He will be based at the Bedale branch of Skipton Building Society.

Mr Laidler lives with his wife, Lisa, in York, and in his spare time enjoys badminton, scuba diving, and salsa.

He said: "I am looking forward to providing a high level of advice and the benefits of whole-of-market advice to clients of Skipton Financial Services."

Stuart Matheson, regional manager said: "I am delighted to welcome Stephen to Skipton Financial Services.

"He has extensive experience in financial services and will be an asset to our team, who already have an enviable reputation for providing quality financial advice."