CONNEXIONS Wiltshire and Swindon's new chief executive has pledged to work closely with businesses to help the local economy.

Rabindra Shah, will work in Chippenham.

He takes over the youth advice and support service for 13 to 19-year-olds from Doreen Taylor.

Mr Shah joins from Connexions in Greater Merseyside.

He said: "The main aim of Connexions is to help young people make the most of opportunities available to assist them in developing to their full potential.

"We therefore have an important role to play in meeting not just the needs of young people, but also the requirements of the economy and of communities."