Tesco’s London chief takes on Irish operations

The head of Tesco’s operations in the London region has been handed the task of revitalising the supermarket giant’s fortunes in Ireland.

Andrew Yaxley has been a Tesco employee for almost 14 years and is currently the managing director of the group’s London business. He was named yesterday as the new chief executive of Tesco Ireland.

Outgoing Tesco Ireland chief, Phil J Clarke, who is retiring after 40 years with the group, said: “Having guided the company through a challenging time, the business is fundamentally stronger with clearer value offers, an improved fresh food offering and a really compelling community agenda. I believe that now is the right time to hand over responsibility and that Andrew is absolutely the right person to lead Tesco Ireland forward.”