Government Actuarys Department
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The Government Actuarys Department (GAD) announces the appointment of Liz Thornhill as a new non-executive director (NED).
A practising barrister, Liz has a background in public law, regulation, governance and risk. She is general counsel, head of risk and legal adviser to the board at the Office of Rail and Road, leading a team advising on safety and economic regulation.
Liz also sits as a member of the Standards Committee at the Royal Institute of British Architects and previously worked at the Office of Safety and Standards and the Department for Transport.
Fiona Dunsire, Government Actuary, said: Liz brings a wealth of insight and acumen to her new role here at GAD. Im delighted that she will be joining us and that her wide-ranging experience will complement the skills we have on the Board.
Notes:
Liz Thornhills appointment has been made in accordance with the process and principles outlined in the Governance Code on Public Appointments. All appointments to GAD are made on merit.
She confirmed that she has not undertaken any political activity wi