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Debbie Hewitt The Restaurant Group (TRG), which host brands like Wagamama and Frankie & Benny’s, has confirmed this week that its chairman will be stepping down at the end of this year. Debbie Hewitt MBE will be departing the board with effect from 31 December 2021, to take the reigns as chairman of the English Football Association. “On behalf of the Board and everyone at TRG, I would like to thank Debbie for the significant contribution that she has made to the business,” CEO Andy Hornby said. “The FA have chosen Debbie for her extensive chair expertise across a wide range of business sectors, and there is no doubt that TRG has benefitted from that experience.” ....
Square Mile appoints Natixis IM s James as investment manager Supporting firm s tactical asset allocation plans Share William James of Square Mile Investment Consulting and Research Square Mile Investment Consulting and Research has hired William James as an investment manager, a role in which he will play a part in the firm s tactical asset allocation decisions by providing input and idea generation. James will support Square Mile s broader portfolio management team by representing the business at investment committee meetings, while responding to client queries on market developments and portfolio positioning. He will also assist with advisory portfolios and liaising with Square Mile s operations team. ....
Credit: anthony devlin/pa SIR – I welcome the move towards more face-to-face GP appointments. However, there need to be fewer pointless ones for things like broken nails. If only those who genuinely needed appointments were seen, the service might be considerably less stretched. I think initial phone consultations can be a good thing, along with the use of 111 to triage A&E. Barbara Marshall
SIR – It is good to know that patients have the right to book face-to-face consultations with their GPs. Now all we have to do is get through to them on the phone or persuade them to respond to emails. ....
Ships fit for a Duke of Edinburgh: a history A brush-up for HMS Duke of Edinburgh, shortly after surviving the Battle of Jutland Credit: The Montifraulo Collection/Getty This idea has a precedent. The first HMS Duke of Edinburgh was named in accordance with the wishes of King Edward VII, to honour his younger brother Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh following his sudden death in 1900. In contrast to Prince Philip, who had to abandon his naval career to support the Queen, Prince Alfred was able to pursue his career, which culminated in his appointment as the Commander-in-Chief, Devonport, from 1890 to 1893 in the rank of admiral. He was promoted to admiral of the fleet on June 3 1893 and became the reigning Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha that August. ....
Mark Harries joins Square Mile as CIO as Broomer steps down Events If you already have an account please use the link below to sign in. If you have any problems with your access or would like to request an individual access account please contact our customer service team. Previously head of investment at Ravenscroft Mark Harries established Ravenscroft s UK business during his time there Ravenscroft s Mark Harries has joined Square Mile under the newly-created role of chief investment officer, Investment Week can reveal. Harries, who was previously managing director and head of investment at Ravenscroft, will take responsibility for developing Square Mile s investment management services and will oversee the portfolio management team. ....