Chair of the British Pharmacopoeia Commission appointment extended

Professor Kevin Taylor’s appointment as chair of the British Pharmacopoeia Commission (BPC) has been extended for one year from 1 October 2021.

The appointment will involve a time commitment of 3 one-day BPC meetings per year, and attendance at European Pharmacopoeia Commission meetings as required (usually 3 two-day meetings per year). Remuneration for the role will be at a rate of £500 per meeting.

This appointment is made in accordance with the Cabinet Office Code of Governance for Public Appointments. The regulation of public appointments against the requirements of this Code is carried out by the Commissioner for Public Appointments.

The appointment is made on merit and political activity played no part in the decision process. However, in accordance with the Code, there is a requirement for appointees’ political activity (if any declared) to be made public. Professor Taylor has not declared any political activity.