Following a successful handover period, Sabina Voysey – who was appointed as Director General Designate earlier this year after Robert announced his plan to retire – becomes the new Director General.

Robert said: “It’s been enjoyable and rewarding to work at the Club for the past 25 years, and in particular during my years as Director General. I’m very confident the Club will continue to grow and develop under Sabina’s capable guidance, and I now look forward to the next stage in my life and especially to spending more time with my family.”

The Club’s Chairman Bob Talbot said: “On behalf of the Club’s Executive Committee and all Club members, I’d like to thank Robert for helping grow the Club threefold during the last 12 years. Also, I’d like to welcome Sabina to her new role and wish her every success for the future.”