Paul Tidy has been appointed as the new Groups manager for the UK, Ireland and Europe for Sandals Resorts.

In his new role, Paul - who was previously Business Development manager for Sandals -  will be responsible for boosting the Groups business across all three brands; Sandals, Beaches and Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts.

Karl Thomson, managing director, Sandals Resorts UK said: “It is great to have our previous Business Development Manager of the Year back to head up our Groups strategy, particularly at a time when our resorts are being so pro-active in attracting this market.”

Paul was awarded Sandals business development manager of the Year in 2009.