Sir Ian Cheshire Preferred Candidate Ofcom Chair

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:48:56 +0000
Telecommunications

The UK Government has announced Sir Ian Cheshire as its preferred candidate for appointment as Chair of Ofcom. The appointment is subject to a pre-appointment hearing by the Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee before final confirmation. Sir Ian would serve a 4-year term, succeeding Lord Michael Grade whose term concludes at the end of April 2026. The position carries remuneration of £120,000 per annum for a 3-day weekly commitment.