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[[Seymour Fortescue]] has been announced as the new chairman of the [[Portman Group]] the former Chief Executive of the Banking Code Standards Board is the first board member appointed from out with the alcohol industry elite.  {{Template:Alcohol badge}}  
 
[[Seymour Fortescue]] has been announced as the new chairman of the [[Portman Group]] the former Chief Executive of the Banking Code Standards Board is the first board member appointed from out with the alcohol industry elite.  {{Template:Alcohol badge}}  
  
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Although not an industry insider it is clear to see why Fortescue has been the choice for Big Alcohol to run their self regulatory body, his experience of preventative health issues as chief executive of the [[Health Education Authority]] and his former role as chief executive of the self regulatory banking standards board. On his appointment Fertescue said:
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:The Portman Group is already a highly respected alcohol regulator and is a key player in addressing the adverse aspects of our drinking culture.  I look forward to working closely with other groups to build a consensus around actions that promote responsible attitudes to alcohol.  I firmly believe that self-regulation based on a tough code of practice that is rigorously monitored and enforced is the right way forward. <ref> Portman Group Press Release [http://www.portmangroup.co.uk/?pid=26&level=2&nid=336 New Portman Group Chairman] accessed 20th August 2009 </ref>
 
   
 
   
  

Revision as of 15:13, 20 August 2009

Seymour Fortescue has been announced as the new chairman of the Portman Group the former Chief Executive of the Banking Code Standards Board is the first board member appointed from out with the alcohol industry elite.

Alcohol badge.jpg This article is part of the Spinwatch public health oriented Alcohol Portal project.

Although not an industry insider it is clear to see why Fortescue has been the choice for Big Alcohol to run their self regulatory body, his experience of preventative health issues as chief executive of the Health Education Authority and his former role as chief executive of the self regulatory banking standards board. On his appointment Fertescue said:

The Portman Group is already a highly respected alcohol regulator and is a key player in addressing the adverse aspects of our drinking culture. I look forward to working closely with other groups to build a consensus around actions that promote responsible attitudes to alcohol. I firmly believe that self-regulation based on a tough code of practice that is rigorously monitored and enforced is the right way forward. [1]


Past & Present positions

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References

  1. Portman Group Press Release New Portman Group Chairman accessed 20th August 2009
  2. Commercial Landlords Accreditation Scheme Board Members accessed 20th August 2009