Ian McCafferty (economist) explained

Ian Alexander McCafferty (born 1 July 1956^[1]) is a British economist, who served on the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). He joined in September 2012, following a time as Chief Economic Adviser to the Confederation of British Industry (CBI).^[2]

McCafferty was educated at Dulwich College, the University of Durham (Bachelor's) and the University of Amsterdam (Master's equivalent).^[1] Before joining the CBI in 2001, he worked at the International Chamber of Commerce, The Economist, Baring Securities, Natwest Markets and BP.^[1]

In May 2018, it was announced that McCafferty would be leaving the MPC, and would be replaced by Jonathan Haskel from 1 September.^{[3] [4]}

He was appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2019 New Year Honours for services to the Economy.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Curriculum Vitae. Her Majesty's Stationery Office. 26 October 2012. 2 July 2013. Evidence to the Treasury Select Committee.
2. Web site: Ian McCafferty - Monetary Policy Committee Member. Bank of England. 2 July 2013.
3. Web site: Treasury chooses only man on shortlist of five for Bank of England job. Phillip. Inman. 31 May 2018. The Guardian. 31 May 2018.
4. Web site: Jonathan Haskel appointed to Bank of England's interest rate setting committee. . 31 May 2018 . 31 May 2018.