Lancashire appoint Andy Anson as chairman

Anson has a track record of working in sport, having been chief executive of many organisations including the British Olympic Association, the ATP World Tour in Europe and England's 2018 FIFA World Cup bid

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Lancashire Cricket have appointed Andy Anson as the new chairman of the club.

Anson will step into the role with immediate effect, taking over from acting chairman Les Platts, who stepped into the position following the passing of David Hodgkiss. Platts will return to his previous position as club treasurer.

In this non-executive position, Anson will guide the board and chief executive Daniel Gidney, as well as the executive team and staff to drive the club's success both on and off the pitch.

Anson has a track record of working in sport, having been chief executive of many organisations including the British Olympic Association, the ATP World Tour in Europe and England's 2018 FIFA World Cup bid. He was also commercial director at Manchester United.

Lancashire-born Anson, said: “Since my dad first took me to Old Trafford in the early 1970’s as a junior member, Lancashire Cricket Club has been an important part of my life and I am honoured to take on the role of chairman.

“I do however regret that this opportunity has come about following the sad passing of David Hodgkiss earlier this year and would like to add my condolences to David’s family and those who knew him well. He did a fantastic job as chairman of the club and I want to continue David’s legacy in our pursuit of ensuring Lancashire is the best cricket club in the world, both on and off the field.

“I look forward to working with the board and our CEO Daniel Gidney to continue on the superb work done by David, and subsequently Les Platts, to help guide this great club through the challenges which have presented themselves throughout a tough 2020 and to a bright future.”

Sir Howard Bernstein, president of Lancashire Cricket commented: “I am delighted to be able to announce Andy Anson as the club’s new chairman.

“Andy was the outstanding candidate and has an impressive background of working in major sport, but it is his expertise in leadership that makes him ideally suited for this important position at the club. At a vital moment in our history, Andy’s knowledge and skills are going to be crucial to help guide us through this very difficult period.

“I would also like to place on record my sincere gratitude to Les Platts, for taking on the role as acting chairman at such short notice and working tirelessly since April to navigate the club through a most challenging and unexpected year. We are deeply grateful for all that Les has done for us and recognise how fortunate we are that he will now revert to his role as treasurer.”

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