Handelsbanken Preston was officially opened by Sir Tom Finney 12 months ago. It is a Swedish bank established in 1871 which enjoys a high credit rating of AA1 based upon its financial strength and which, only last week produced a further strong set of results. Paul Crook, known to many Fylde supporters as Secretary of its very own Mini-Junior section for eight years, established the branch in Preston which covers Lancashire and describes the operation as

"Banking 30 years ago when you had honest discussions with customers, established a rapport, earned each others trust and backed the people". He went on to say, "I am delighted to be sponsoring today's match and look forward to meeting many friends who made my time at Fylde so enjoyable". The bank caters for all types of Corporate and Commercial businesses as well as high net worth individuals and more details can be found on its website www.handelsbanken.co.uk/preston