Duncan Bannatyne left the British Dragon's Den programme in 2014.
Bannatyne, a Scottish entrepreneur and philanthropist, was one of the show's most recognisable investors. He joined the panel during the early years of the programme and became associated with direct questioning about sales, profitability and the strength of an entrepreneur's plan.
His departure in 2014 marked the end of a substantial period on the panel, although the programme continued with other investors. Bannatyne's wider business career included care homes, health clubs and hotels, and his television profile made him a prominent example of a Dragon whose public identity extended beyond the show.
The year can be confused with departures of other investors because the panel changed repeatedly across the programme's long run. The specific date here is Bannatyne's exit from the British series.