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CBI makes Rupert Soames next president following scandals

The CBI has been overhauling its leadership and governance following allegations of misconduct at the organisation

City veteran Soames takes on new challenge after running Serco and Aggreko
City veteran Soames takes on new challenge after running Serco and Aggreko Photo: Simon Dawson/Getty Images

Lobby group the Confederation of British Industry has appointed former Serco chief executive Rupert Soames as its next president as it seeks to draw a line under a scandal-hit period.

Soames will work with outgoing president Brian McBride before taking over the role early in the new year, the CBI said on 5 December.

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