Mike Speakman steps down at 72
Mike Speakman, 72, has stepped down as chairman of Tolent.
He will be replaced by Peter Hems, 59, who joined the board in June 2007.
Speakman became chairman in March 2007.

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Mike Speakman steps down at 72
Mike Speakman, 72, has stepped down as chairman of Tolent.
He will be replaced by Peter Hems, 59, who joined the board in June 2007.
Speakman became chairman in March 2007.
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