BUSINESSMAN Stephen Woods has been installed as the new president of Altrincham Rotary Club.

Mr Woods was born in Manchester, educated in Didsbury and went to Manchester Metropolitan University.

He runs his own IT company and is an auctioneer from time to time.

He is also involved with acting, writing and politics.

Stephen said: “I am looking forward to the challenges the role brings and hope to bring new ideas to the club and boost membership.

"I am also exploring the possibility of creating a Rotaract Club in Altrincham reaching out to younger people in the community.

"Rotaract Clubs bring together adults aged between 18 and 30 to take action in their communities, develop their leadership and professional skills and have fun.”

The Altrincham Rotary Club will continue working with schools and community organisations and with fund raising in conjunction with the Salvation Army with the 'tins and toys' appeal.

Stephen is also on the look out for new members who may be interested in joining the Club which meets on Monday evenings at the Cresta Court Hotel.