Professor Brian Bell commences role as new Head of the GES

Professor Bell commences his new role as the Head of the Government Economic Service today.

Professor Bell is the principal advisor to the Chancellor and the Prime Minister on the macroeconomy and fiscal policy, leading HM Treasury's economics function and its work to deliver the government's economic objectives.  

Professor Bell was previously Chair of the Migration Advisory Committee and a Professor of Economics at King's Business School, King's College London. He has held roles at the Bank of England and the International Monetary Fund, as well as positions in the private sector, working as an economist and proprietary trader for hedge funds and investment banks in London. 

Professor Brian Bell said: 

“This is a pivotal moment for the UK economy, with an ambitious plan to deliver growth, reduce the cost of living and improve economic security for households and businesses across the country. 

“I look forward to working with colleagues across the Treasury, the wider Civil Service and our partners to provide rigorous economic advice to the Chancellor and the Prime Minister, and to help ensure policy decisions deliver real benefits for people and communities in every part of the UK.”