Andy Morris to take up Cirencester Friendly helm next month

Becomes chief executive on 9 September

Hemma Visavadia
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Cirencester Friendly has revealed that Andy Morris will officially succeed Paul Hudson as chief executive on 9 September following his retirement after more than 25 years at the helm.

The income protection specialist had previously announced Morris's succession in April, with now a definitive date put in place. Morris, who is currently director of finance and risk, will be replaced by David Evans, who was previously at Nationwide. Morris will also be able to stand for election on the board of the Association of Financial Mutuals, with the potential to take up Hudson's seat. Cirencester Friendly promotes Andy Morris to CEO Cirencester Friendly drives transformation with director appointments Commenting on his new role, Morris said: "Paul leaves us in...

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