FDF director general stands down

Leech, who took on the role in 2005, said she was “incredibly proud”​ of what the FDF had achieved during the last nine years.

“With the support of five great presidents and many individuals from member companies, plus a dedicated, expert and hard-working executive team we have made a real difference for food and drink manufacturing and driven the agenda through initiatives such as our five-fold environmental ambition, our 2020 growth vision and our ingredients for success,”​ she claimed.

‘Significant contribution’​

Richard Evans, FDF president, said she had made a significant contribution to furthering the industry’s interests during her time at the FDF.

“She has been responsible for a number of key campaigns and worked tirelessly to make sure members are well represented in the key debates affecting our sector,”​ he said.

“She is highly regarded both by members and our stakeholders and has been a huge support to me and my predecessors in the role of president. We wish her well for her new role.”​

The FDF has now commenced the search for a new director general.