I am delighted to announce that I have appointed a new Board of Trade.
The newly formed Board will be an advocate for UK businesses at home and abroad, championing the country’s 5.5 million SMEs and realising their export potential. This will help super-charge growth for the economy as part of the plan for change.
The newly appointed advisers have been hand-picked for their deep sector expertise and knowledge, representing some of the UK’s most successful businesses. They will play a crucial role in supporting the Department’s growth priorities, focusing on supporting small businesses and boosting exports.
The Secretary of State is pleased to appoint:
Omar Ali
Mike Hawes OBE
Dame Vivian Hunt DBE
Allison Kirkby
Paul Lindley OBE
Catherine McGuinness CBE
Michelle Ovens CBE
Mike Soutar
Sarah Walker
Dr Charles Woodburn CBE
In addition to the following ex-officio advisers:
Secretary of State for Scotland, the right hon. Ian Murray MP
Secretary of State for Wales, the right hon. Jo Stevens MP
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, the right hon. Hilary Benn MP
The Lord Mayor of London, Alastair King
Minister of State for Investment, Baroness Gustafsson of Chesterton CBE
Minister of State for Industry, Sarah Jones MP
Minister of State for Trade Policy and Economic Security, the right hon. Mr Douglas Alexander MP
Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Employment Rights, Competition and Markets, Justin Madders MP
Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Services, Small Business and Exports, Gareth Thomas MP
Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Future Digital Economy and Online Safety, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Legislation) and Baroness in Waiting (Government Whip), Baroness Jones of Whitchurch.
The role as a Board of Trade adviser is unpaid and voluntary.
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