Ernst & Young announce new Global Government Services and Public Sector Center Head

Brussels, 2 October 2008 — Philippe Peuch-Lestrade, a partner in Ernst & Young et Associés, has been appointed to lead Ernst & Young’s new Global Government and Public Sector Center, based in Brussels, Belgium.

In his new role, Philippe Peuch-Lestrade will focus on public finance management – advising on transparency, cost reduction and accountability on public policies. “Around the world, governments are faced with an increasingly complex array of challenges such as security and border controls, climate change, re-alignment in the global economy and pressure to deliver more and better public services,” says Mr. Peuch-Lestrade.

The opening of a Global Government and Public Sector Center reflects the high demand in government services advisory. Herman Hulst, Global Managing Partner for Client Service and Accounts, comments: “We are delighted to bring Philippe’s extensive public sector experience to this role. Together with the new center, this will enable us to serve our clients in this industry sector and respond more effectively to the increase in government and public sector activity.”

During his 20 years at Ernst & Young, Mr. Peuch-Lestrade has led the Financial Services Office in Ernst and Young et Associés as well as helped governments and the public industry sector on various projects.