Bank of England names top global economist Clare Lombardelli as deputy governor

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Bank of England has appointed top global economist Clare Lombardelli as its deputy governor for monetary policy. Clare brings significant experience to the role tackling financial and economic issues both domestically and internationally Chancellor Jeremy Hunt Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, who led the appointment with the Prime Minister and with the approval of the King, said he was “delighted” by the move. “Clare brings significant experience to the role tackling financial and economic issues both domestically and internationally,” he said. He also thanked Mr Broadbent for his decade of service in the position, adding: “Ben has played a vital role in helping the Bank maintain monetary and financial stability and I wish him the best in the next stage of his career.” The MPC has three deputy governor positions, for monetary policy, financial stability and markets and banking.