Directorate Change

RNS Number : 1012S

Barclays PLC

04 November 2013

 



BARCLAYS PLC

BOARD CHANGE

4 November 2013

Barclays PLC and Barclays Bank PLC ("Barclays") announce that David Booth, non‑executive Director, has decided to retire from the Boards of Barclays with effect from 31 December 2013.

Sir David Walker, Barclays Chairman, said today, "I would like to thank David on behalf of the Board for his commitment and dedication to Barclays since joining the Board in May 2007.  David has made a very significant contribution to Barclays over the past 6 years, particularly in his role as Chairman of the Board Financial Risk Committee, and the Board will miss his wise counsel, insights and expertise.  My Board colleagues and I wish David every success for the future." 

Tim Breedon will succeed David Booth as Chairman of the Board Financial Risk Committee with effect from 1 January 2014.  Additionally, Mike Ashley will become Chairman of the Board Audit Committee effective from the same date in place of Sir Michael Rake.  Sir Michael will remain on the Board as Deputy Chairman.

-ENDS-

For further information please contact:

Investor Relations Charlie Rozes [phone]

Media Relations Giles Croot [phone]

About Barclays PLC

Barclays is a major global financial services provider engaged in personal banking, credit cards, corporate and investment banking and wealth and investment management with an extensive international presence in Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia. With over 300 years of history and expertise in banking, Barclays operates in over 50 countries and employs 140,000 people. Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for customers and clients worldwide.

For further information about Barclays, please visit our website www.barclays.com

 

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