ILKLEY based Dacres Commercial has expanded its team with the appointment of Martin Foster as head of valuation and lease advisory services.

Martin brings 30 years’ worth of experience to the role and has previously worked at several national and independent firms including BNP Paribas Real Estate and Fawley Watson Booth.

Martin is an RICS registered valuer and will specialise in property valuations across all commercial sectors including office, industrial, retail, leisure, student accommodation and mixed-use schemes, for a whole range of purposes and variety of customers. He will also provide lease advisory services, including strategy and restructuring advice, general lease negotiations and expert witness representation in court and arbitration proceedings.