Informal email exchange between Barclays executives Jes Staley and John McFarlane

Clapton has nothing on me ha! On Wed, 10 May 2017 at 21:40, Jes Staley wrote: I bet he doesn’t. [Prankster’s email] On Wed, 10 May 2017 at 21:45, John McFarlane <john.mcfarlane.barclays@gmail.com> wrote: In all seriousness, do let me know what fires/thorns you want me quelling over the next few days. It’s important I stand fast, and alongside you. You have carried yourself admirably today. [Prankster’s email] From: John McFarlane [john.mcfarlane.barclays@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, May 10, 2017 10:43 PM GMT Standard Time To: Staley, Jes: Barclays (LDN) Subject: Re: The fool doth think he is wise As I retire for the night, I’m reminded of a poem my father was awfully fond of. It seems very apt. Good night, Jes. Worry not of tomorrow’s end Hurry not towards falling trees Ignore at once, the jesters dance Sigh, oh sigh, at the folly foiled Take down the mighty route of ills Lest not make a scratch in time Evenhanded wins fair stance. Broken wooden spoons we take Left, oh left, in such a state HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_030393