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ECB proposes extending Elderson's mandate at bank supervision arm

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Posted on December 17, 2025

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FRANKFURT, Dec 17 (Reuters) - The European Central Bank proposed on Wednesday to extend the term of board member Frank Elderson as the Vice Chair of the ECB's bank supervision arm, it said in a

ECB Suggests Extending Elderson's Role in Bank Supervision

FRANKFURT, ‌Dec 17 (Reuters) - The ‍European ‌Central Bank proposed on Wednesday ⁠to ‌extend the term of board member Frank ⁠Elderson as the Vice Chair ​of the ECB's bank ‌supervision arm, ⁠it said in a statement.

Elderson is currently ​serving a five-year term on the Supervisory Board and this ​extension ‍will last ​until he leaves the ECB's Executive Board in December 2028 at the latest.

The extension ⁠is subject to the approval of ​the Council of the European Union after a parliamentary ‌vote.

(Reporting by Balazs Koranyi; Editing by Hugh Lawson)

Key Takeaways

  • ECB proposes extending Frank Elderson's term.
  • Elderson is the Vice Chair of ECB's bank supervision arm.
  • The extension is until December 2028 at the latest.
  • Approval needed from the Council of the European Union.
  • Parliamentary vote required for the extension.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the European Central Bank?
The European Central Bank (ECB) is the central bank for the euro and administers monetary policy within the Eurozone, aiming to maintain price stability and oversee the banking system.
What is a bank supervision arm?
A bank supervision arm is a regulatory body responsible for overseeing and ensuring the safety and soundness of financial institutions, protecting depositors, and maintaining financial stability.
What is the Executive Board of the ECB?
The Executive Board of the ECB is responsible for implementing monetary policy and managing the day-to-day operations of the European Central Bank.

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