Carl Emmerson to join London Economics as Partner in Public Policy Practice

London Economics is pleased to announce the appointment of Carl Emmerson as a Partner in London Economics Public Policy Practice. Carl is currently Deputy Director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) – the leading independent research institute in the UK – where he has for three decades pioneered applied research and policy advice across a range of areas.

London Economics is one of Europe’s leading policy and economic consultancy practices and has advised governments, regulators and private sector firms in over 80 countries. Carl will be joining the firm’s head office in Somerset House in London at the start of December and will be part of the leadership team. The appointment reflects the continued high level of demand for London Economics’ services.

Commenting on the appointment, London Economics Chairman, Alan Gray said:

“London Economics is delighted that Carl, who is one of the UK’s leading economists, is joining the existing exceptional team in the practice. Carl has a national and international reputation, and his appointment will enable the practice to increase its provision of high-quality services to clients and to enhance evidence-based public policy advice. His appointment continues our policy of only appointing outstanding economists and will support the continued expansion of our practice in the UK and internationally.”

Patrice Muller the Senior Partner in London Economics UK practice said:

“Carl’s enormous contribution to policy advice on the UK’s public finances, pensions, and fiscal policy more generally, along with his brilliance as an economist means he will be able to work seamlessly with our current team. Carl’s impressive track record of providing independent rigorous advice will be greatly valued by our clients and we know he will be a wonderful colleague in the practice.”

Commenting on his new role Carl Emmerson said:

“I am particularly delighted to be joining the exceptional team at London Economics and looking forward to working with their other experienced partners and colleagues in the practice. Because of the ethos, and the quality of work undertaken by London Economics, the appointment will provide me with a unique opportunity to continue to provide policy advice carefully tailored to meet the big challenges facing the whole of the UK.”

For further information contact Patrice Muller, Senior Managing Partner, London Economics, Somerset House, New Wing, Strand, London. T +44 (0)20 3701 7700 | pmuller@londecon.co.uk