London post lockdown economy. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL, within his role as Chair of the Institute of Directors, London Region was pleased to attend this meeting. It was led by Rajesh Agrawal, Deputy Mayor of London, Business. David said that it was very useful to participate in the discussion, regarding the recent budget statement…
David Stringer-Lamarre, Managing Director of FortisCL and Chair of the Institute of Directors (IoD), London was very pleased to have been asked to speak and share his view on this year’s theme of #ChooseToChallenge. The digital event was organised by the IoD City of London Branch. The distinguished guests were:Dr Dr Margaret Casely-Hayford CBE-Hayford CBEAlderman Emma…
Responding to the Chancellor’s Budget speech, Jonathan Geldart, Director General of the Institute of Directors, said: “This Budget delivers a solid platform for many businesses to relaunch as the economy reopens. “The extension to the furlough scheme will provide a vital cushion to support jobs as restrictions unwind and firms begin the costly process of rescaling. Restart grants and ongoing…
Commenting on the news released by the Government today, IoD Senior Policy Adviser Joe Fitzsimons said: “In recent years, there has been important progress in improving the gender balance of major company boards, but much remains to be done. While womens’ representation in non-executive roles has improved, there has been much less progress in fostering diversity at the senior executive…
David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL and Renter Warden of the Worshipful Company of Glaziers & Painters of Glass, was very pleased to attend this digital tour. It was presented by Anna Warrillow. Lecturer and Blue Badge Guide. FortisCL is pleased to showcase the work of two top stained glass artists: Helen Whittaker FMGP and Martin…
Responding to the latest official labour market statistics, showing the unemployment rate rose to 5.1% in the three months to December, Tej Parikh, Chief Economist at the Institute of Directors, said: “As the pandemic lingers, jobs losses have continued to tick upward. “Tight restrictions over the winter months will have eaten into many businesses’ reserves, forcing them into…
David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL and Chair of the Institute of Directors London, was pleased to attend this digital event. It was organised by the Institute of Directors, City of London Branch. Anneliese Dodds MP was interviewed by the Chair of the Institute of Directors, City of London Branch, Alderman Alastair King. Following the interview…
Responding to the roadmap set out today by the Prime Minister, IoD Director General Jonathan Geldart said: “The vaccine rollout has shown that there is light at the end of the tunnel for the UK and our economy, and today’s roadmap is another welcome step forward. But there is more work ahead for the Government. Directors and…
David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL and Chair of the International Trade Team of the British Malaysian Society, was pleased to be the Event Moderator for this digital event. It was attended by a large audience from several countries including the UK and Malaysia. There was a welcome address by the Chair of the The British Malaysian…
David Stringer-Lamarre, MD FortisCL and Chair of the Institute of Directors, London Region, was pleased to represent the Institute at this meeting chaired by the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan. David said that it was fine example of convening power bringing together many business groups across the capital. He added that with respect to COVID…
David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL and Chair of The Institute of Directors (IoD), London Region, was pleased to act as Event Moderator for this informative and fun digital event. The Welcome Address was delivered by Mei Sim Lai OBD DL, Chair of the China Special Interest Group, IoD City of London The Key Note Speech…
Responding to the latest official GDP figures showing the economy grew by 1% in Q4, and shrunk by a record 9.9% over 2020, Tej Parikh, Chief Economist at the Institute of Directors, said: “The record drop in economic activity over 2020 underscores the challenging road ahead. “The return of restrictions late last year slowed the economic recovery that…
London post lockdown economy. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL, within his role as Chair of the Institute of Directors, London Region was pleased to attend this meeting. It was led by Rajesh Agrawal, Deputy Mayor of London, Business. David said that it was very useful to participate in the discussion and feed in information on…
After calling on the Government to do more to support struggling SMEs, the IoD has welcomed today’s announcement of a Brexit support fund for SMEs, delivering on its longstanding campaign to help businesses with the cost of accessing specialist advice to carry on trading. Jonathan Geldart, Director General at the Institute of Directors, said: “This…
David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL, Board Member of the 48 Group Club and Chair of the Institute of Directors, London Region, was pleased to have been invited to attend this event organised by the Embassy of China in the United Kingdom. The opening address was delivered by Minister Chu Ting Tang. This was followed by…
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