Property development and housing management provider, Amber Housing, has appointed Peter Hall as it new chair along with three new board members.

The appointments come as the fully owned subsidiary of UK charity provider, Ambient Support, pursues its strategic goal of becoming a registered provider of social housing.

Mark Milton, chief executive of Ambient Support, said: “We were incredibly fortunate to have Peter join as chair who brings a wealth of experience and a fantastic record of delivering exceptional services to customers and vulnerable people.”

Amber Housing also welcomes new board members: Ashley Beaton, assistant neighbourhood director at Lancaster West Neighbourhood Team, Nichola Harrison, head of health & safety at Paradigm Housing Group, and Teresa Ocansey, non-executive director at Building a Safer Future.  

Troy Henshall, chief executive of Amber Housing, said: “We had a very clear plan of appointing individuals with diverse skillsets, experience, and knowledge to help us expertly deliver our five-year plan and reach our goals which include becoming a registered provider.

“As a registered provider, Amber will have the opportunity to share our expertise and knowledge to deliver property management and services to other charities, SMEs and care providers working with vulnerable people in the heart of communities across the country.

“These new appointments signify an exciting progression as all four individuals have the expertise and experience to deliver our plans.”

Hall, who replaces Samantha Barber who was in the role for four years, said: “Amber Housing is on a transformational journey and it’s very exciting to be a part of it. Being chair of an exceptionally strong board with very talented people who can contribute, is extremely appealing.”