19 Dec 2017 07:05
Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC
19 December 2017
Directorate Change
The Board of Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC ("Morrisons") is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Havelock as Non-Executive Director, with effect from 1 February 2018. From this effective date, Kevin will also be appointed to the Audit, Corporate Compliance & Responsibility, Nomination and Remuneration Committees.
Kevin has significant experience within FMCG, most recently having been a member of the Executive Committee at Unilever and President of Global Refreshment, which comprises of Unilever's drinks and ice cream brands.
Andrew Higginson, Chairman, said:
"Kevin is an excellent addition to the Morrisons Board. At Unilever, he has been responsible for growing some of the world's most successful food and drink brands and he also knows the UK grocery market extremely well."
Kevin Havelock said:
"I am really looking forward to making a contribution at Morrisons, a company that I've known and respected for many years."
In relation to this appointment, it is confirmed that there are no further details to be disclosed under paragraphs 9.6.13(1) to (6) of the Listing Rules.
Enquiries:
Andrew Kasoulis - Investor Relations 07785 343515
Julian Bailey - Media Relations 07969 061092
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