MAJOR FINANCE CHIEF TO ATTEND SCOTLAND’S GLOBAL INVESTMENT SUMMIT

One of the UK’s most senior financial figures has confirmed his attendance at Scotland’s  Global Investment Summit, which is taking place in Edinburgh on October 6 and 7.

The landmark summit, hosted by Scottish Financial Enterprise and the Lord Mayor of London, will bring together global investors policy makers and leaders from three of the nation’s growth sectors, financial services, renewable and life sciences, with the goal of securing inward investment.

Nikhil Rathi, the Chief Executive of the Financial Conduct Authority, will join scores of high-profile investors at the event, which aims to fuel investment in Scotland’s world-leading financial, energy and life science sectors.

The Financial Conduct Authority is the main regulator for financial services across the UK and plays a central role in supporting economic growth and promoting competition while protecting consumers.

Scottish Financial Enterprise Chief Executive Sandy Begbie CBE welcomed confirmation Nikhil Rathi would be joining the summit.

Nikhil Rathi, Chief Executive of the Financial Conduct Authority, said: “Scotland’s vibrant investment landscape is a key part of the UK’s financial future.

“I am delighted to attend Scotland’s Global Investment Summit on behalf of the FCA and to support firms from across the world to operate and grow within the UK.”

Sandy Begbie CBE, Chief Executive of Scottish Financial Enterprise, added: “Scotland’s Global Investment Summit will bring together some of the biggest names in UK and international finance, and I am absolutely delighted that Nikhil Rathi is among them.

“Scotland’s Global Investment Summit will showcase Scotland’s world-class and highly-investable sectors, including financial and professional services, energy and life sciences.

“With less than a month to go, it is fantastic to see the growing enthusiasm for this significant event for the Scottish and UK economy.”