Lloyd’s confirms Nelson appointment
Lloyd’s has confirmed that John Nelson will become chairman of the insurance market in October replacing Lord Levene.
Lord Levene, who has been chairman of Lloyd's for the past nine years, will retire after the longest stint in the role for 125 years.
Earlier today, Mr Nelson, chairman of FTSE 100 property company
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