By DAVID COULTER

Published at 09:42, Friday, 29 January 2010

RIDING Mill’s Ian Lockey has been given the responsibility to increase the CLA’s presence in the North-East.

Ian Lockey

Mr Lockey, of Sandy Bank, has joined the rural organisation as field officer for South Northumberland and Durham.

Prior to joining the CLA, Ian worked in the financial services industry before taking a career break to travel around the world with his family.

His appointment comes at a busy time for the CLA as members continue to take advantage of the organisation’s advisory services and rely on the CLA’s lobbyists to give the rural North-East a voice.

Mr Lockey said: “I am very much enjoying my new role as field officer. I love getting out and about meeting interesting people, seeking to understand the many pressures they face and explaining the many benefits of CLA membership which can help them.

“This is a fine association with a vital role to play and I am proud to be a part of it.”

CLA North-East director Angus Collingwood-Cameron commented: “Ian has only been with us a short time but has hit the ground running.

“His wide experience has already made him a valuable member of the team.

“His presence in the region is a very positive step for the CLA.”

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