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(L-R): Ashok Ahir and Andrew Evans

Changing Faces

New President and Vice President of National Library of Wales

Patrick Jowett
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The National Library of Wales has a new President and Vice President.

ASHOK AHIR has been appointed President, having served as Interim President since September.

A journalist by trade, Ahir is currently Director of Communications and Engagement at Qualifications Wales.

“The National Library of Wales has an ambitious programme of work aimed at meeting the objectives of a new five year strategy. I am looking forward to leading an excellent group of trustees at a time of tremendous opportunity,” he said.

ANDREW EVANS has been named Vice President. 

Currently a consultant specialising in fundraising and business development, Evans is a former Director of Development for National Museums Liverpool.

“I am very much looking forward to working with the library's dedicated staff as we seek to care for the library's unparalleled collection; one of the great treasures of Welsh heritage and culture,” Evans said.

The pair will each serve four year terms starting  April 1.