Housing association Bernicia has appointed Jenny Allinson as executive director of communities.

Bernicia chief executive John Johnston said: “The board and I are delighted to welcome Jenny into the executive team. As director of corporate governance at Bernicia, Jenny also led our employability and wider CSR work. She has grown the reach, range and impact of initiatives that have supported thousands of people into training and employment.

"The new role of executive director of communities will combine our housing services and community support ventures, targeting investments and resources in ways that will achieve the greatest impact. We look forward with determination and drive, to create opportunities that improve people’s quality of life."

Ms Allinson added: "I am thrilled to be joi

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