GFSC Chairman Re-appointment

Gibraltar FSC News

Published February 9th, 2026

Detected March 25th, 2026

Summary

The Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC) announced the re-appointment of Stephen Haddrill as Chairman of its Board until July 2029. His reappointment follows his initial appointment in August 2020 and is intended to continue his leadership in transforming operational efficiency and strengthening partnerships.

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The Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC) has announced the re-appointment of Stephen Haddrill as Chairman of its Board, extending his tenure until July 2029. Haddrill initially joined the GFSC Board as Chairman on August 1, 2020, and his leadership has been credited with enhancing operational efficiency, strengthening domestic and international partnerships, and fostering a more collaborative organizational approach.

This re-appointment signifies continuity in leadership for the GFSC. While this is an announcement regarding a leadership position and not a new regulatory requirement, compliance officers should note the continued strategic direction under Haddrill's leadership. The GFSC's stated vision is to be an efficient, forward-looking, and credible regulator, promoting market confidence, reducing systemic risk, and protecting consumers and the reputation of Gibraltar.

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GFSC Chairman remains in post until July 2029

09 Feb 26

The Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC) is pleased to announce the re-appointment of Stephen Haddrill as Chairman of its Board.

Stephen joined the GFSC Board as Chairman on 1 August 2020 and through his visionary leadership has spearheaded the transformation of the GFSC’s operational efficiency, the strengthening of its international and domestic partnerships and fostered a more collaborative approach across the organisation.

The Minister for Justice, Trade and Industry, Nigel Feetham KC MP said: “I welcome Stephen’s decision to continue as Chairman and I am confident that, under his leadership, the GFSC will continue to deliver impactful initiatives that advance the industry and enhance Gibraltar’s standing as a leading international financial services centre.”

Speaking on his re-appointment, Stephen said: “I am delighted to continue serving as Chairman and witnessing first-hand the positive impact our work is achieving, seeing our initiatives drive real and meaningful change across the organisation to support growth in Gibraltar’s financial services industry.

“I would like to thank my fellow Board members for their continued support, insight, and constructive challenge and management and staff for their commitment to being the best that we can be. All of which have been instrumental in shaping the Commission’s direction.”

GFSC CEO, Kerry Blight added: “I very much look forward to continuing to work with Stephen as Chair and I am grateful for his continued support and guidance.”

Notes to Editors:

The GFSC is a regulator of the Gibraltar financial services market, regulating providers of financial services conducted in both Gibraltar and other jurisdictions. The GFSC's vision is to be an efficient, forward looking, and credible regulator, that is fair and proportionate, and works collaboratively with stakeholders.
The GFSC's regulatory objectives are the promotion of market confidence; the reduction of systemic risk; the promotion of public awareness; the protection of the good reputation of Gibraltar; the protection of consumers and the reduction of financial crime.