JASON Heywood who has been appointed a new business development manager for Bury by The Royal Bank of Scotland.

Ian Kennedy, director, commercial banking, said: "I am delighted to welcome such a talented professional to my team.

"Since the acquisition of NatWest early last year, RBS has made great progress with its commercial business and as it continues to evolve, the time is right to re-focus its activities locally."

Jason's new role, says the bank, is a positive step in raising the profile of both RBS and NatWest in the Bury area.

He will be driving forward the provision of innovative financial solutions to new and existing businesses.