ETB appoints next chairman

Sir Peter said: “I am delighted that Sir Gareth has accepted this appointment. With his wide experience of engineering and science both in industry and in the academic sector, he is the ideal person to lead the ETB in its next phase of development. At a time when the Government is looking critically at the provision of skills within the knowledge economy of today, his demonstrated commitment to the next generation of engineers and scientists will position the ETB to make a strong national contribution.”

Sir Gareth commented: “I am very pleased to be taking a leadership role alongside John Morton with the ETB, and building on the accomplishments of Peter Williams and his board. Given the Government’s strong commitment to engineering, science and mathematics, and building on my broad experience in professional organisations, business, industry and academia, I hope to help achieve greater professional coherence across the engineering, science and mathematics communities.”

Lord Sainsbury, Minister for Science and Innovation, said: “Sir Gareth Roberts’ skills and experience will be a great asset to the Engineering and Technology Board. He has an outstanding track record of working for the benefit of the science community, particularly through the Roberts Report on skills and as president of the Science Council. He is well placed to take forward the valuable work of the ETB, in particular on careers advice and professional development.”