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Unity Trust Bank has appointed Joshua Meek as its new Chief Impact Officer (CIO), marking a significant step in the bank’s mission to deliver social and environmental benefits alongside financial returns. This appointment comes as part of Unity’s ongoing commitment to responsible banking and sustainable development. Meek, who previously held the role of Head of Impact and Sustainability at Unity, is expected to play a central role in advancing the bank’s ‘double bottom line’ strategy. This approach focuses on maximising positive outcomes for people and the planet, while ensuring financial stability. In his new role, Meek will drive forward Unity’s…

Sir Michael Barber KB has been appointed as the Prime Minister’s Adviser on Effective Delivery, a role aimed at advancing the delivery of the UK’s five national missions. The appointment was announced by the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and will see Sir Michael, a renowned expert in implementing large-scale change, support Prime Minister Keir Starmer in driving forward ambitious and measurable objectives across the country. The role, which is a Direct Ministerial appointment and unpaid, will see Sir Michael work part-time for an initial 12-month period starting in September 2024. His responsibilities will include coordinating efforts to achieve…

Scottish Financial Enterprise (SFE), the body representing Scotland’s financial services sector, has announced the appointment of Cheri Burns to its Young Professionals network (SFEYP) leadership group. Burns, currently PR & Corporate Communications Director at RegTech firm Encompass Corporation, will take on the role of Communication Strategy Lead within the committee. Established in 2016, SFEYP aims to support and develop the next generation of financial services professionals across Scotland. The network provides career development opportunities, networking events, and strives to make the sector more accessible to emerging talent. Burns brings over a decade of media and communications experience to the role.…