THE WELLINGTON Business Association (WBA) has appointed a new chairman. 

Pete Watts will be taking over the responsibilities as chairman from September. 

He takes over from Keith Wheatley, who has led the WBA since 2014. 

Mr Wheatley said: “The WBA is in good shape with a growing membership that ranges from the bigger companies in our town to small start-ups.

"I’m delighted that Pete will be taking over from me in the autumn.”


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Mr Watts' primary business Point33 is a highways consultance specialising in the application of s106 funds from developers. 

He is also a scout leader and is involved in numerous community interest schemes. 

He said: “I’ve enjoyed being a member of the WBA over the past few years and look forward to leading the group."