Director Declaration

BLACKROCK SMALLER COMPANIES TRUST PLC

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Director Declaration

The Board of BlackRock Smaller Companies Trust plc announces that Robert Robertson has decided to step down as a member of the Company's Audit Committee with immediate effect. He will continue to serve as a non-executive director of the Company.

Ms S Beynsberger
For and on behalf of BlackRock Investment Management (UK) Limited, Company Secretary
Tel: [phone]

Date: 16 December 2019