Natural England shake-up confirmed as CEO steps down

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James Cross steps down as CEO, as Chairman Andrew Sells prepares to retire in the New Year

The government has today confirmed that James Cross has stepped down as chief executive at Natural England, after four years in the role. Marian Spain, a current Board member of Natural England and...

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