The Reg Vardy Band has announced that Scott Meikle has become its new Band Manager.

A spokesperson told 4BR: "Scott joins at a very exciting time in our post-Covid redevelopment.

His passion and enthusiasm, as well as his forward-looking development ideas and history of successful partnerships with bands impressed the committee and players, who are looking forward to working with him into the future."

They added: "We wish to place on record our thanks to Les Palmer for his many years of excellent and stalwart service in the role."