AN OUTGOING chairman has paid tribute to people who helped him to promote a Suffolk town.

Jonny Newton, of Newton Commercial, has stepped down from the helm of Leiston Business Association (LBA).

After three years he has passed the baton to Crispin Clay, of Munchy Seeds. Under Mr Newton’s guidance the LBA has gone from strength to strength and he paid tribute to everyone who had supported him in his role.

Mr Clay said he looked forward to building on the achievements to date.