New strategy for Burnley housing company

Burnley-based housing association Accent has appointed Matthew Sugden into its senior executive team.

Mr Sugden will be Accent’s new executive director for governance and business assurance.

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Matthew Sugden

Solicitor Mr Sugden, who has worked for Accent for the past 13 years, has been promoted to the role following an organisational restructure.

He said: “Accent is about to launch a new corporate strategy and I am really excited about the chance to play my part in it. There are great times ahead for our customers, with new and improved homes and services on offer, and it’s a huge privilege to be involved.”

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