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CBI Wins Vote of Confidence from Members amid Sexual Assault Allegations

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI), a lobby group in the UK, has won a vote of confidence from its members after setting out reforms aimed at restoring its reputation following sexual assault allegations.

06 June 2023 · 21:05 UTC

The CBI was thrown into turmoil in March by reports of a rape at a staff party in 2019 and other serious misconduct, which led to government ministers shunning it and companies such as NatWest and John Lewis resigning as members.

93% of businesses that voted supported a motion that the CBI's internal reforms give them confidence to support the CBI.

The CBI's Director General Rain Newton-Smith said she was deeply grateful for the faith shown by the members.

The CBI may face an uphill struggle to restore relations with the government and businesses that have suspended ties with the body.