Channel 4 boss Andy Duncan to step down
Updated on 16 September 2009
Channel 4 News Chief Executive Andy Duncan is to stand down from his post at the end of the year.
Andy Duncan confirmed his decision to the Channel 4 board earlier today.
Duncan, who took up his post as chief executive in July 2004, said: "By any measure, it's been a great five years, during which time we've punched well above our weight, out-performing our immediate rivals both creatively and commerically."
He went on: "My intention in announcing my decision in advance is to ensure a period of stable leadership, which will allow the board to proceed with recruiting my successor in parallel with Ofcom's appointment of a new chairman."
Channel 4 Chairman Luke Johnson commented: "The board is grateful for Andy's effective leadership. Channel 4 has enjoyed record creative and commercial success in the last five years while skilfully navigating the seismic upheavals in digital media.
"When the time comes, he will depart with our best wishes for his future success."
