Is there any connection with Sainsburys supermarket?
Yes, Sir Robert was joint manager of Sainsbury’s grocery business with his older brother, Alan (later Lord Sainsbury), becoming chairman in 1967. In the same year, he chaired the board of the Tate Gallery and was knighted for his services to the arts. He was made joint president of the supermarket chain in 1969. Robert and Lisas eldest son, Lord David Sainsbury of Turville, was, until recently, Minister for Science and Innovation. Sir Roberts nephews, Alan Sainsburys sons, were responsible for the Sainsbury Wing at the National Gallery.
