FIVE unpaid board members have been appointed by a business support group in the North-East.

Michael Hall, of QBM Precision, Steve Cochrane, of Psyche, Julie Lathan, of Calibre Recruitment, David Simpson, of Simpson Business Solutions, and John Wright, of Cleveland Accredited Training Centre, will join the board of Business Link's Tees Valley operation.

Chairman Rob Shotton said: "Business Link is able to understand the needs of small businesses because it is run by small businesses for small businesses. We are pleased to welcome the new board members who will offer insights into local business needs."