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Derek trained as a biochemist, obtaining a PhD before completing a post-doctoral fellowship at Cambridge. After six years as a lecturer in Biochemistry at Edinburgh University, Derek changed direction in order to pursue his strong interest in the nature conservation...
Guidance on what to think about if you are considering joining a scheme.
Andrew Harrison was educated in London and completed a degree in Economics prior to joining the Parachute Regiment in 1990. His service through the 1990’s included multiple tours to Northern Ireland, a year with the UN in Iraq, exchanges to...
Mr Thornton joined the FCO in 1989. He has had a broad range of jobs, in London and overseas, including Latin America. He served as Head of Political Section in the British Embassy in Mexico City. He was British High...
Angus Lapsley was the Director for Defence, International Security and South East Europe at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office ( FCO ) from 2017 until 2019. Angus joined the UK Civil Service in 1991, working in the Department of Health...
After starting out in international banking, Neil joined the Department of Trade and Industry in 1988. In his early career there, he focused on competition, economic regulation and trade in services. Neil joined the IPO as International Policy Director in...
The Foreign Secretary, along with England and Scotland bosses, looks ahead to Euro 2024. Fans are advised to check travel information before heading overseas.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Holly was appointed Director in May 2023 and took up the role of Chief Operating Officer in May 2024. She has previously held various roles within the Northern Ireland Office, including Acting Director - Safety, Deputy Director for Constitution and...
Third progress report by Ian Hogarth, Chair of UK's AI Safety Institute.
Matthew Vickerstaff is the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Infrastructure and Projects Authority (IPA) and Head of Government’s Project Finance Profession. He is responsible for the UK Guarantee Scheme and the Private Finance Initiative contract management programme, as well...
Experts can now apply to advise Defra on new ways to finance innovation and achieve a return on investment, including the possibility of a dedicated fund
The Secretary of State has appointed Vicky Browning, Anna Collins, Liam Evans-Ford, Tracy-Ann Oberman, Saratha Rajeswaran and Michele Taylor as trustees of the Theatres Trust.
Naureen is a Commissioner for the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities. Naureen Khalid is an education professional with more than ten years’ experience working in school governance. She started her governance career when she was elected as a parent...
Catherine Inglehearn is His Majesty’s Ambassador to Niger. Catherine joined the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) in 1990. Her Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office career has included a wide range of roles covering Africa, Eastern Europe and energy related issues,...
Paul Ryder was appointed as GFSL’s Chief Executive Officer in February 2018. He is an experienced business leader and FM specialist experienced at operating in Corporate, private and public sector businesses. Before joining GFSL, Paul worked as a management consultant...
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