( February 6, 2025, 18:00 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The chief executive of the UK Financial Ombudsman Service and Chief Ombudsman Abby Thomas has resigned unexpectedly. The FOS, which resolves complaints between consumers and financial firms, said interim arrangements will apply with Deputy Chief Ombudsman, James Dipple-Johnstone, taking the Chief Ombudsman role and the Chief Finance and Risk Officer, Jenny Simmonds, taking the Chief Executive role. Zahida Manzoor, Chairman of the board, issued a statement: "On behalf of the Board and the Executive, I would like to record our thanks and wish Abby every success in her future career."Statement below.Abby Thomas to step down as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Ombudsman of the Financial Ombudsman Service...
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