Controversial Persimmon CEO steps down
THE controversial boss of York-based housebuilders Persimmon has stepped down, due to the “negative impact on the reputation of the business” following a £100m bonus. Jeff Fairburn hit the headlines earlier this year after uproar from politicians and shareholders over his £100m, leading to him voluntarily handing back £25m.
Name: Jeff Fairburn
Continent: Europe
Country: UK
Company: Persimmon plc
Position: CEO
Reason: Resigned
Announcement Date: November 06, 2018, 11:00pm
Resignation Date: November 06, 2018, 11:00pm
Source 1: https://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/17206623.controversial-persimmon-ceo-steps-down/