ITV Regulatory News (ITV)

12 Oct 2009 07:00



ITV plc 

Interim Management Arrangements

ITV plc announces that John Cresswell, currently Chief Operating Officer, has agreed to assume the role of Interim Chief Executive to lead the company through to the appointment and arrival of the next Chief Executive. John Cresswell has informed the company that he then plans to leave to seek a fresh challenge.

The Interim CEO role will commence on the arrival of Michael Grade's successor as Chairman, the process for which is underway. Sir Crispin Davis and Sir Michael Bishop have both recently confirmed to the Nominations Committee of the Board that they are not candidates. The Committee has revised its shortlist accordingly and is continuing its search with all due speed. 

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Susanna Voyle