FCA names Sheldon Mills strategy and competition exec director

Filling Christopher Woodlard’s shoes

Jenna Brown
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The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has promoted Sheldon Mills to interim executive director of strategy and competition to replace interim chief executive Christopher Woolard.

Mills, who joined the FCA from the Competition and Markets Authority in 2018, is currently director of competition. His promotion will also see him join the FCA's executive committee.  Mills' role at the FCA has included work to ensure competition is effective for consumers and to tackle anti-competitive behaviour in the financial services industry. Mills said: "I am delighted to be stepping up to lead the FCA's Strategy and Competition division. "The FCA's work makes a real difference to the everyday lives of people across the UK. I'm committed to continuing that crucial work in d...

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