Jason Stockwood, recognised for his period as the joint owner of Grimsby Town FC and his previous attempt to become the inaugural elected mayor of Greater Lincolnshire, has joined the government as an investment minister following a reshuffle by Sir Keir Starmer. Well-known within Lincolnshire, Stockwood stood for mayor representing the Labour party earlier in the year but was unsuccessful against Dame Andrea Jenkyns from Reform UK. Regardless of the political loss, Stockwood’s commitment to the region continues to be recognised through his facilitation of job opportunities and regional investments. His new ministerial position involves a transition to the House of Lords, taking on duties that involve the Treasury and the Department of Business and Trade. The intention of his move into government is to ensure the impartiality of Grimsby Town FC; while Stockwood will continue in his role as co-owner, he will withdraw from the day-to-day operations. Raised in Scartho, Stockwood’s journey from what he refers to as a ‘council estate kid’ to accomplished businessman, which included a period as head of Match.com, is widely admired. His period at the helm of Grimsby Town FC has seen several significant victories, such as overcoming Manchester United in the Carabao Cup, which has further cemented his influence in both business and sport.
This article was derived from original reporting by The BBC.
