Amnesty International Australia sticks with M&C Saatchi
Human rights organisation Amnesty International has declared it will stick with its creative agency M&C Saatchi after it was revealed founder Charles Saatchi has been cautioned by police for assault over a London restaurant incident involving his wife Nigella Lawson.
Saatchi was questioned by police in relation to several photos which were published in the British press on Sunday, showing Saatchi apparently holding his wife by the throat.
One of Amnesty International’s chief aims is preventing violence against women.
Saatchi co-founded M&C Saatchi with his brother Maurice and earlier in his career Saatchi & Saatchi which is now owned by Publicis.
He may not be involved in the Company, but is he still a stakeholder? As a FOunding Director, he would still have a financial interest — I can’t seem to find out?
Hi Tea,
We’ve tried to ask M&C but they aren’t returning calls. However, it has previously been reported that he sold his stake.
Cheers,
Tim – Mumbrella
Having worked there, and from memory, only Maurice is involved and for quite some time – financial or otherwise.
You can download the PLC statements on the worldwide site – showing partners and shareholders – or used to be able to.
I’m sure many ex and current employees feel extremely disappointed and angry at what has occurred to Nigella.
Hi bob is a rabbit,
You are correct. M&C now tell me that Charles Saatchi has not had a stake for more than 14 years.
Cheers,
Tim – Mumbrella