Carolyn Fairbairn Appointed To The Board Of UK's Financial Services Authority

The Economic Secretary to the Treasury, Kitty Ussher MP, today announced the appointment of Carolyn Fairbairn to the Board of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) as a Non-executive Director with effect from 11 December 2007.

Kitty Ussher said:

"I am pleased to announce that Carolyn Fairbairn has joined the Board of the FSA. This new appointment will add to the breadth of experience represented on the Board, in particular strengthening understanding of the consumer dimension to the FSA's work."

FSA Chairman Callum McCarthy said:

"I am delighted to welcome Carolyn to the FSA. She will help to ensure that we continue to have a strong and varied Board with wide and relevant experience."