In announcing the new Board member, Anthony Howland Jackson said: "In view of the importance of Lloyd's within the general insurance industry, the Board has always believed it appropriate to include a representative from Lloyd's with knowledge and experience of the regulatory and operational issues faced by that community. Following the resignation of David Gittings from the Board upon his leaving Lloyd's, I am very pleased to welcome Julian James to the Board. I am confident he will add great value to our discussions and decision-making."