Former Lib Dem minister Michael Moore takes top job at British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association

Former Liberal Democrat MP and front bench minister Michael Moore has been appointed as the director general of the British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association.

Moore, who is currently a senior advisor at PwC, will succeed Tim Hames at the industry organisation later this year.

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The former MP for the Tweeddale, Ettrick and Lauderdale constituency in the Scottish Borders was appointed as secretary of state for Scotland in the coalition government between 2010 and 2013.

Moore, a chartered accountant, was also European business adviser to Nick Clegg until leaving Parliament after the 2015 general election.

BVCA chairman, Calum Paterson, said: ““Michael brings exceptional credentials and experience in both business and politics.

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“He has an intimate knowledge of Westminster and Government, is a first-class communicator and has also had direct experience of working with the private equity and venture capital sector in his role at PwC.

“I am confident that he will be an excellent leader of the BVCA at this important time for our industry and for UK business more generally.”