13th December 2021
Dr. Martens plc
(the "Company")
Change of Auditor
The Company announces its intention to appoint Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP as its auditor for the financial year ending 31 March 2023 subject to approval by the Company's shareholders at the next Annual General Meeting to be held in 2022.
The selection of Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP was approved by the Board following an extensive competitive tender process overseen by the Audit and Risk Committee. Ernst & Young LLP (EY), the Company's current external auditor, will continue to undertake the audit for the financial year ending 31 March 2022 and will step down on completion of that audit.
The Board wishes to extend its appreciation and gratitude to EY for its services rendered to the Company throughout its tenure.
Enquiries:
Investors and analysts
Bethany Barnes, Director of Investor Relations
+44 7825 187465
bethany.barnes@drmartens.com
About Dr. Martens plc:
Dr. Martens is an iconic British brand founded in 1960 in Northamptonshire. Originally produced for workers looking for tough, durable boots, the brand was quickly adopted by diverse youth subcultures and associated musical movements. Dr. Martens have since transcended their working-class roots while still celebrating their proud heritage and, six decades later, "Docs" or "DMs" are worn by people around the world who use them as a symbol of empowerment and their own individual attitude.
The Company successfully listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange in January 2021 (DOCS.L) and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 index.