ELLAND Central Probus club has a new president.

Shirley Garnett, from Greetland, has taken over from Sylvia Greenwood.

The 66-year-old said she was delighted to have been given the opportunity.

"I am very proud to have been chosen by the other members and I am looking forward to the challenge," she said.

The group meets at Southgate Methodist Church.

Mrs Garnett has been a member of it for five years.