Directorate Change

RNS Number : 0003U

Barclays PLC

16 June 2009

 



BARCLAYS PLC

16 June 2009

RESIGNATION OF NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Following confirmation of her appointment as Editor-in-chief, Europe, The Wall Street Journal, Barclays PLC and Barclays Bank PLC today announce that Patience Wheatcroft has resigned as a non-executive Director of both companies with immediate effect. 

Ms Wheatcroft stated 'It is with regret that I leave the Barclays Board to take up this exceptional opportunity.  I wish everyone at Barclays continuing success.'

Marcus Agius, Chairman of Barclays, said 'Patience has contributed significantly as a non-executive director of Barclays during a testing period. We are sad to lose her, but wish her success in her new role.'

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About Barclays

Barclays is a major global financial services provider engaged in retail and commercial banking, credit cards, investment banking, wealth management and investment management services with an extensive international presence in Europe, the United States, Africa and Asia. With over 300 years of history and expertise in banking, Barclays operates in over 50 countries and employs 156,000 people. Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for 48 million customers and clients worldwide. For further information about Barclays, please visit our website www.barclays.com.

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