Marston’s has announced the appointment of Neil Goulden, chief executive of Gala Coral Group, as a non-executive director with effect from 31 March. Goulden joined Gala Coral in 2000 before assuming his current role in 2004. He was formerly chief executive of Allied Leisure prior to which he held senior positions at Compass Group and Ladbrokes. He is also currently currently chairman of Business In Sport and Leisure, chairman of the South Central NHS Ambulance Trust and a member of the Low Pay Commission. David Thompson, chairman of Marston's, said: “We are extremely pleased to welcome Neil to the board. His long record of successful management in leading leisure companies will enable him to make a valuable contribution to our business.”