New MD for JNCC

JNCC has appointed its new Managing Director. Current Director of Planning and Resources Marcus Yeo will succeed Deryck Steer, who is retiring after 40 years’ public service, from September.

Chair Peter Bridgewater noted of Marcus: “He has performed well as our Director of Policy and Resources for the last five years, a role which has brought him into contact with most of our stakeholders. In that way he has undoubtedly helped in improving the standing we have with organisations we work with on a daily basis. He is fully committed to managing the process of change and evolution set in motion by our Committee, and I know from experience that he will be proactive towards forthcoming changes in the economic and political situation, both at home and globally.”

Prior to his role as Director of Planning and Resources, Marcus was Head of Habitat Advice. Concerning his appointment, Marcus said: “JNCC is at a crucial point in its development, with the general public realising that the well-being of nature and our environment is the foundation of life on Earth. Our data and research provide the tools for decision makers, so that they can understand the cause and effect on flora and fauna. Nature conservation faces major challenges over the next few years, both within the UK and internationally, and I aim to ensure that JNCC plays a full part in meeting these challenges.”