A new area lettings director for Connells has joined from Countrywide.

Stuart Cornwall has been appointed to drive the growth of Connells’ lettings division in the south.

Cornwall, who takes up his role with immediate effect, brings with him over 20 years’ experience in the industry.

He said: “I look forward to using my previous experience to consolidate Connells’ already strong standing in a thriving marketplace.

“We have a lot planned for lettings across the south, including growing our teams, opening more branches and acquiring more lettings businesses and portfolios.”