The Chancellor of the Exchequer has announced that Sir Chris Kelly has been re-appointed as a non-executive member of the OBR and Oversight Board chair.

Sir Christopher Kelly said:

I am delighted to be re-appointed as the Chair of the Oversight Board of the Office for Budget Responsibility. The role of the OBR is as important as ever at a time of increased uncertainty. It is a privilege to be part of its continued development.”

Robert Chote said:

I am delighted that Chris has agreed to serve another term as a non-executive member of the OBR and that the Chancellor has approved this. Chris has been an invaluable source of wise counsel and his reappointment will ensure continuity as my successor takes over.”

Together with Bronwyn Curtis OBE, Sir Chris will continue to oversee the governance and independence of the OBR.

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Further information in the HM Treasury press release.