Former Scottish Secretary to advise Clegg on European business

Former Scottish Secretary Michael Moore has been appointed as the Deputy Prime Minister’s Advisor on European Business.

Mr Moore work with European businesses on matters of investment, trade and regulatory burdens, as part of the unpaid role.

He is due to deliver a report before the summer recess on how businesses engage with the European Union and the issues they face.

Nick Clegg said: “I am absolutely delighted that Mike has agreed to take on this very important role as we enter a critical phase in the UK’s relationship with the European Union.

“As someone with a background in European policy issues, a strong track record in engaging business when he served in the Cabinet and, importantly, a private sector career before entering politics, I have no doubt that he will be a valuable part of the Government’s efforts to create a stronger economy at the same time as we re-examine and underline the importance of the UK’s economic ties with the rest of Europe. I look forward to his input and report in the coming months.”

Michael Moore added: “Britain’s engagement with the rest of Europe is fundamental to our future economic wellbeing. At a crucial moment in the development of the UK’s relationship with the European Union, I am delighted to take on this role to engage with UK businesses.

“I am pleased to play my part to ensure the government is doing all it can to support business efforts to build a secure economic future for the UK in the European Union.”