The Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government has appointed three non-executive members to the Board of the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) following open competition:

Richard Hyke, Anthony Preiskel and Ruth Thompson were all appointed to the HCA Board.

Commenting on the appointment, Housing Minister Mark Prisk said: "I am pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Hyde, Anthony Preiskel and Ruth Thompson to the HCA Board. They will bring valuable commercial experieince to the Board, helping the Agency to deliver housing and regeneration to meet the needs of local communities."

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Chairman of the HCA Board, Robert Napier said: "I very much welcome these appointments. The HCA has a strong Board and it will be further strengthened by the wealth of commercial and public sector expertise that Anthony, Richard and Ruth will bring; helping to ensure that the Agency continues to meet local priorities while providing good value for money for the taxpayer.

"And I must also record my thanks to those who are stepping down from the HCA Board; together they have been instrumental in driving the Agency in successful delivery, meeting or exceeding all of the key targets set by Government."

(CD/IT)