THE Stroud and Swindon Building Society has appointed a non-executive director.

Stella Pirie, a qualified chartered accountant and a member of the Institute of Corporate Treasurers, took up her post at the end of last month.

She is also a non-executive director of GWR group and of Schroder UK Growth Fund, and has been chairwoman of the Training and Enterprise Council in the South West.

Stroud and Swindon's chief executive John Parker said: "We are delighted that Stella Pirie is joining us.

"She brings with her a wealth of business experience which compliments and enhances the skills and expertise of the current board and will enable her to make a significant contribution to the ongoing success of the society."