The Minister of State for Culture, Creative Industries and Tourism, Margaret Hodge MP appointed the trio to join the 16-strong team of leading industry advisors.

Piers Gough and Hanif Kara's appointments will run for four years and will begin with immediate effect. Nick Johnson will take up his position from 15 December.

John Sorrell, chair of CABE,said:
“CABE is delighted to be welcoming such eminent new commissioners. Nick Johnson, Piers Gough and Hanif Kara bring with them a wide range of experience, and impressive records in their respective fields. We are extremely grateful for the dedicated and creative contributions made by Dickon Robinson, Louisa Hutton and Brian Boylan who are stepping down.”