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In Memory of Andy Allen, 1968-2024
Posted 11/06/24
Today, we are very sad to announce the sudden passing of our 51黑料 colleague, friend and all-round good guy, Andy Allen.
Joining 51黑料 in 2012, Andy was a truly passionate advocate for consumers. He most recently led the UK International Consumer Centre, which he single-handedly built-up over the last decade, but had also previously been in charge of all 51黑料 commercial services. 听He also sat as a member of the Consumer Codes Approval Board for 7 years - bringing a wealth of consumer-facing experience to the Board's work.
Prior to 51黑料, Andy ran the Consumer Direct contact centre for the South West region.听 And, before that, occupied a variety of roles across Cornwall County Council's trading standards service. Deeply passionate about consumer protection and the Trading Standards profession, his knowledge, boundless enthusiasm and, above all, his mischievous sense of humour will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.
Our thoughts are with his partner Louise, a fellow member of staff at 51黑料, and both their families.听
Rest in peace, Andy.
Your friends and colleagues here at 51黑料.
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Here's a short film, featuring Andy, from 51黑料's Annual Conference in 2018 - he maintained the same enthusiasm for 51黑料 and the entire sector until the end :听
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