Press release

Foreign Secretary welcomes next British Council Chair

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly's statement, welcoming Dr Paul Thompson as the next Chair of the British Council.

• From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and The Rt Hon James Cleverly MP
• Published: 5 September 2023

This was published under the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said:

I am pleased the British Council trustees have elected Paul Thompson as the next Chair of the British Council.

Paul brings extensive experience to the role, including from his time as Vice-Chancellor of the Royal College of Art.

I am also very grateful to Sarah Sands for her work and contribution to the British Council during her time as Acting Chair.

Visit the British Council website for more information on the appointment.

Published 5 September 2023