INTERNAL communications consultancy scarlettabbott has appointed two new members of staff after winning a number of new contracts.

In the first quarter of 2011, the York-based agency, owned by directors Jonathan Abbott and Rachel Thornton, has sealed deals with train operator London Midland, gas distribution network Northern Gas Networks, Scarborough-based food manufacturer McCain, ice-cream producer R&R and not-for-profit care provider Anchor.

The business, which has grown turnover and profit by about 30 per cent year on year for the last five years, has added Becky Chelin as a graphic designer and Kirstie Watson, as senior editorial manager to its 13-strong team to manage the increase in demand.