Long-serving head of finance to leave Thenue after 25 years

Mr Russell will retire in August after 25 years at the association.

He said: “I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time at Thenue and playing a small part in contributing to the organisation’s many successes over the years.

“I am very much looking forward to life post-working and new challenges ahead. I wish our dedicated Board and excellent Staff team every success for the future.”

Thenue’s chief executive Charles Turner said the recruitment process for a successor had now begun.

Paying a warm tribute to John, Charles added: “John has successfully steered the Association’s finances on a secure path over the past 25 years. A valued member of our staff team, John is without doubt someone who will be difficult to replace. We wish John a well deserved retirement filled with happiness and good health in the years which lie ahead.”