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United Kingdom Sir Ivan Rogers is a distinguished former British civil servant and diplomat, known for his extensive experience in European and international policy.
Featured in an article discussing UK-EU Relations in 2025, quoting his perspective on the challenge of structuring cooperation between the UK and the EU.
Participated in an 'In conversation' event to discuss the UK's approach to Brexit negotiations.
Listed as a conference speaker, highlighting his direct experience in negotiation and cooperation with EU partners, and underscoring the importance of the EU and the Euro's preservation.
Cited in an article regarding his critique of the UK's Brexit strategy, urging a focus on reality concerning trade.
Featured in the Brexit Witness Archive, discussing David Cameron's motivations for the Brexit referendum, renegotiation, and working with Theresa May.
Accused former Cabinet ministers of 'breathtaking' dishonesty, comparing Brexiteers' arguments to 'snake oil salesmen'.
Delivered a lecture on 'The real post-Brexit options' at the University of Glasgow, with the speech text available on their blog.
Participated in a 'Fireside Chat', offering insights into UK-EU negotiations from his diplomatic experience.
Provided oral evidence on the UK's economic relationship with the European Union, discussing divergence in trade policy.
Authored an article on Brexit, stating 'the worst is yet to come' and addressing claims of a 'tidal wave of investment' post-Withdrawal Agreement.
Sir Ivan Rogers, born in March 1960, is a prominent figure in British public service and diplomacy. Educated at Bournemouth School and then Balliol College, Oxford, where he studied History and later pursued doctoral studies, Rogers embarked on a notable career. He joined the civil service’s ‘fast track’, initially with the Department of Health and Social Security, before being seconded to HM Treasury in 1992. His early career at the Treasury included serving as Private Secretary to then-Chancellor of the Exchequer, Kenneth Clarke. Subsequently, he was seconded to the European Commission as Chief of Staff to Sir Leon Brittan.
Rogers held significant roles within HM Treasury, serving as Director of European Strategy and Policy and later Director of Budget and Public Finances under Gordon Brown. From 2003 to 2006, he served as Principal Private Secretary to the Prime Minister, Tony Blair. Following this, he transitioned to the private sector, working as Head of the UK Public Sector Group at Citigroup and later as Head of the Public Sector Industry Group, UK and Ireland, at Barclays Capital from 2010 to 2011.
Returning to public service in 2012, Rogers became the Prime Minister’s Adviser on Europe and Global Issues and Head of the European and Global Issues Secretariat. His career culminated in his appointment as the UK Permanent Representative to the EU from November 2013 until his resignation in January 2017. He was awarded a knighthood (KCMG) in 2016 for his services to British, European, and International Policy.
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