Adam Applegarth Walks From Northern Rock
ON the Forums: “THIS one should get one Bob Green fizzing – Adam Applegarth, Chief Executive of Northern Rock today has finally stepped out of his office and away from the helm of the crisis-hit bank with immediate effect after 24 years with the business.”
Mr Applegarth, who had intended to hang on until next February, said: “It is time to hand over to management who I’m confident will be part of the company’s future. I wish them and the board every success.”
The Newcastle-based lender is being propped up by an estimated £30 billion in taxpayers’ money. Northern Rock was forced to seek an emergency bailout from the Bank of England after being… more
Posted: 13th, December 2007 | In: Reviews Comment | TrackBack | Permalink