The woman who helped manage Kingston's pioneering Business Improvement District (BID) is to set up central London's first BID.

The Heart of London Business Alliance has announced the appointment of Suzanne Bain as BID operations manager.

She will be joining the management team working to set up a BID district in Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square.

Chief executive of the Heart of London Business Alliance Sarah Porter said: "We are delighted to welcome Suzanne to our team. She brings a wealth of highly relevant experience and skills to the hardworking team. Her enthusiasm and drive combined with her initiative will provide complimentary skills fundamental to the ongoing success of our Business Improvement District."