Christopher Battiscombe
BATTLING the bureaucracy of Westminster Council and confronting the powerful landlords of central London has been tough for Christopher Battiscombe, director general of the Society of London Art Dealers (SLAD). But his previous career certainly prepared him for conflict, negotiation and mediation, writes Laura Chesters.
Battiscombe retired from the diplomatic service after 37 years in 2000 and began a new career helping London’s art trade.