A NEW regional director has been appointed for the North & Midlands arm of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors to oversee the Yorkshire and Humber region.

Victoria Hampson, previously a RICS member services manager (North & Midlands), has been promoted to the role of regional director after taking the reins from Jennifer Welch, who has been promoted to director of Business Delivery following a successful secondment as director of RICS in West Africa.

During the six months that Ms Welch was seconded in West Africa, Ms Hampson provided support by stepping up to the role of acting regional director of RICS (North & Midlands).

Ms Hampson said: "When I first took up the role of Regional Director, it was only temporary. But I’ve enjoyed it greatly and learnt a lot, so I was delighted to be promoted to the post permanently.

"Jennifer did a fantastic job as the regional director, she is highly respected amongst members in the regions and I’m going to miss her immensely. But I’m looking forward to putting my local knowledge to good use and continuing to support members, drive activity and develop further an already high performing team."