Staff & Community News
Staff News
Welcome
As our practice continues to expand, we are delighted to welcome several new colleagues to our team. Each brings a wealth of knowledge, fresh expertise, and genuine enthusiasm to our offices.
Janet Foulkes joined our Administration Team in the Haddington office at the end of last year. In January, we welcomed Kenny Boyd to our Wealth Management Team as a Financial Adviser.
Au Revior
Partner, Douglas Gould retires at the end of March 2026, you can read more here.
Well Done
Congratulations to George Opelt, who has earned his ACA qualification.
Community News
At GWA, we are always proud to support and engage with the vibrant communities across Berwick-upon-Tweed, North Northumberland, and the Scottish Borders. These past few months have been no exception, with our team actively involved in a wide range of local events and initiatives.
We were delighted to support Berwick Bowling Club with the refurbishment of the green edge, helping to ensure the green remains playable for years to come.
In January 2026 we welcomed Amanda Simmister from the Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS) to our Berwick office. Amanda was presented with a cheque from the funds raised by our annual Christmas Jumper Day held in our Berwick and Three Counties Offices on 23 December 2025, which raised £350.00.
Our Haddington Office donated their funds to Social Bite a charity that provides housing, food and jobs for the homeless.
The Point to Point season started with us supporting Berwickshire Races at Friars Haugh, Kelso followed by College Valley and North Northumberland at Ratcheugh, Alnwick.
Staff Community Outreach Initiative
Through our own Staff Community Outreach Initiative, we have supported:
- Eyemouth Squirrels – Robyn Younger
- Yetholm Primary School – Sarah and Wendy Strathdee
- Eyemouth Beavers – Alisdair Hamilton
