CMA appoints Doug Gurr as interim chair
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has appointed Doug Gurr, the former Amazon UK country manager, as interim chair.
The move follows a meeting of the UK’s leading regulators with the Business Secretary and the Chancellor, who were asked to “tear down” the barriers hindering business and refocus their efforts on promoting growth.
He will succeed Marcus Bokkerink will step down after leading the CMA since 2022.
With a wealth of experience in the technology sector, Gurr is currently the director of the Natural History Museum.
Never Miss a Retail Update!Commenting on his new role, Gurr said: “I am honoured to be asked to chair the CMA at this crucial time.
“I look forward to working with the strong leadership team to help deliver business investment and economic growth in a framework of effective competition and consumer protection.”
In the coming weeks, the Department for Business and Trade will set out the process for recruiting a new permanent chair of the CMA.
Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Jonathan Reynolds said: “I’m pleased to welcome Doug as interim chair who will oversee the CMA while we recruit for a permanent position, supporting the leadership of CEO Sarah Cardell.
“This Government has a clear Plan for Change – to boost growth for businesses and communities across the UK.
“As we’ve set out, we want to see regulators including the CMA supercharging the economy with pro-business decisions that will drive prosperity and growth, putting more money in people’s pockets.”
