Parity Regulatory News (PTY)

17 May 2007 12:30

Parity Group PLC17 May 2007 17 May 2007 Parity Group plc Board Changes Parity Group plc, the IT services company, is pleased to announce theappointment of Ian Ketchin as Group Finance Director. Between 2004 and 2006, Ian was Group Finance Director of MSB International plc, a publicly listed IT recruitment business, and he played a key role in its successful sale to Networkers International plc at the end of 2006. He was previously with Ernst & Young LLP where he qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1990. Ian's appointment as Group Finance Director and as a Director of the Company takes effect today, replacing Joe Kelly who has resigned as a Director of the Company with immediate effect. Alwyn Welch, Chief Executive, said: "The Board would like to thank Joe for his long service and efforts on behalf of the Company, particularly during the last two years of recovery, and wishes him well for the future. "We are delighted to welcome Ian to the Board. Ian brings with him significant financial and industry experience and he will be a valuable addition to the senior leadership team." There are no other disclosures relating to Ian Ketchin's appointment to be madeunder Listing Rule 9.6.13 (1) to (6). Parity will hold its Annual General Meeting on 13 June 2007. - Ends - Enquiries:Parity Group PLC 0208 543 5353Alwyn Welch, Chief Executive Officer The Hogarth Partnership 020 7357 9477John Olsen/Sarah Richardson Notes to editors: About Parity Group PLC Parity Group PLC is a UK-focused IT services company, operating via three corebusiness units - Parity Resources, Parity Solutions and Parity Training. Parity Resources is a leading IT recruitment specialist, with over 30 yearsexperience in providing permanent and contract technology staff, temporary staffand managed recruitment services across all markets. Parity Solutions specialises in providing IT, Projects and Consulting, usingleading edge technologies and drawing upon the depth of experience of itsconsultants in Programme and Project Management. Parity Training is one of the UK's leading Management and IT training providers.In addition to a comprehensive schedule of public courses, Parity deliverstailored learning solutions and customised programmes for major clients. Parity is listed on the London Stock Exchange, with a ticker of PTY.LN. This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange