House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
The Competition and Markets Authority
22 January 2025 · Department for Business and Trade
Proposed by Jonathan Reynolds Lab Co-op Stalybridge and Hyde
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The Government announces Doug Gurr's appointment as interim Chair of the CMA, effective immediately.
- Doug Gurr's role is to provide fresh leadership and strategic vision for the CMA.
- The appointment aims to support economic growth in line with government ambitions.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the appointment of a new interim Chair for the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) following the resignation of Marcus Bokkerink.
Action requested
The Government announces Doug Gurr's appointment as interim Chair of the CMA, effective immediately. This move aims to bring fresh leadership and strategic vision to support economic growth in line with government ambitions.
Key facts
- Marcus Bokkerink resigned from his role at the CMA after two and a half years.
- Doug Gurr is appointed as interim Chair of the CMA.
- Doug Gurr has experience as an entrepreneur, technology sector executive, and non-executive leader in AI.
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