Les is an experienced Chair and non-executive director, having held a diverse range of non-executive roles across the public, private and charity sectors.
He has a background in public management at senior executive levels. He formerly held the role of Chief Executive at the Office for Nuclear Regulation and previously held senior leadership positions in the Health and Safety Executive.
Commenting on the reappointment Fiona Dunsire, the Government Actuary, said: "With his business understanding and non-executive director experience at chair level, Les has been an insightful and inspirational presence as the Chair of the GAD Board.
"I look forward to working further with him during his second term as we continue to develop the range of work GAD supports across government."
Les also commented and said: "I am delighted to have been reappointed to this role and proud to continue to support the work of such talented, committed people throughout GAD as its Board Chair, particularly in taking forward our new business strategy."
Notes:
Les will continue to lead GAD's Board as the Non-Executive Chair, for a further 3 years, ending in September 2027.
This reappointment has been made in accordance with the principles outlined in the Governance Code on Public Appointments.
All appointments to GAD are made on merit.
He confirmed that he has not undertaken any political activity within the previous 5 years.
