Tamara Ingram appointed as Deputy Chair of the Ofcom Board
London, 1 November 2024 – The Office of Communications (Ofcom) today announced the appointment of Tamara Ingram as Deputy Chair of its Board.
Ms Ingram is a highly experienced executive with a strong track record in the media and technology sectors. She is currently the Chief Executive Officer of the Creative Industries Federation, the UK’s leading trade association for the creative industries.
Prior to joining the Creative Industries Federation, Ms Ingram held senior roles at a number of leading media organisations, including Channel 4, the BBC and ITV. She also served as a Trustee of the Arts Council England and the National Theatre.
In her new role at Ofcom, Ms Ingram will work closely with Chair Melanie Dawes to lead the Board and oversee the organisation’s work to regulate the UK’s communications markets.
Ofcom is an independent regulator that ensures that the UK’s communications, content and data markets are fair, competitive and innovative. It also regulates the broadcasting of TV and radio services and the provision of fixed and mobile phone services.
Ms Ingram’s appointment is subject to the approval of the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.
Commenting on her appointment, Ms Ingram said:
“I am delighted to be joining Ofcom at such an important time for the UK’s communications sector. The challenges of regulating in the digital age are immense, but I am confident that, working with my colleagues on the Board and across the organisation, we can make a real difference to the lives of consumers and businesses.”
Ofcom Chair Melanie Dawes said:
“I am very pleased to welcome Tamara to the Ofcom Board. Her wealth of experience in the media and technology sectors will be invaluable as we navigate the challenges of regulating in the digital age. I look forward to working closely with her to ensure that Ofcom continues to be an effective and independent regulator.”
Notes to editors:
- Tamara Ingram will take up her role as Deputy Chair of the Ofcom Board on 1 January 2025.
- The appointment of the Deputy Chair of the Ofcom Board is made by the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, on the recommendation of the Ofcom Board.
- The Deputy Chair of the Ofcom Board is responsible for assisting the Chair in leading the Board and overseeing the organisation’s work.
- Ofcom is an independent regulator that ensures that the UK’s communications, content and data markets are fair, competitive and innovative.
- Ofcom regulates a wide range of communications services, including broadcasting, telecommunications, and postal services.
- Ofcom also regulates the content of television and radio services, and the provision of fixed and mobile phone services.
Tamara Ingram appointed as Deputy Chair of the Ofcom Board
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