Overview
- Terry Duddy stepped down 11 days after being announced as chair, informing the charity of his conviction on Tuesday and offering his resignation, which the board accepted.
- Thames Valley Police said he received an eight-month custodial sentence suspended for 18 months, 200 hours of unpaid work, £272 in costs, and an 18‑month driving disqualification.
- CCTV released by Thames Valley Police shows a June collision in Chalfont St Giles in which Duddy’s BMW turned across a cyclist, who was left seriously injured.
- Children in Need confirmed trustee James Fairclough has been appointed chair with immediate effect.
- Catch22, where Duddy also serves as chair, said it is reviewing the implications of his conviction for his role there.