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Written question asked by Lord Myners (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Sassoon (Conservative) on Thursday, 1 December 2011.


Finance: Virgin Money

Question
To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether Sir Richard Branson is a director or shareholder of (1) Virgin Money, (2) the company acquiring Northern Rock plc, or (3) any of the companies or trusts owning, controlling or benefiting from any part of Virgin Money or the companies or trusts in its ownership structure; and whether Sir Richard Branson has ever applied to be an approved person by the Financial Services Authority and has (a) had that request rejected, or (b) been asked to withdraw his application.
Answer

This is a matter for the parties to whom you refer, namely Sir Richard Branson and the Financial Services Authority.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
13555; 733 c93WA
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Directors Financial Services Authority Sales Shareholders Northern Rock plc Virgin Money Branson, Richard
Link
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