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22 April 2026
SHAFTESBURY CAPITAL PLC (the "Company")
BOARD CHANGES
The Board of Shaftesbury Capital PLC announces the appointment of Rachel Kentleton as an independent Non-executive Director of the Company and Chair of the Audit Committee, and the retirement of Ruth Anderson from the Board of Directors.
Rachel will be appointed as an independent Non-Executive Director, Chair of the Audit Committee and a member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committees at the conclusion of the Company's Annual General Meeting on 14 May 2026 ("2026 AGM").
Ruth Anderson will step down as a Non-Executive Director and Audit Committee Chair at the conclusion of the 2026 AGM. Accordingly, the resolution to re-elect Ruth as a Director of the Company at the 2026 AGM will be withdrawn.
Rachel Kentleton is an experienced finance director and non-executive director. She was Chief Financial Officer of St Modwen Properties Ltd from 2021 to 2023 and prior to that was Group Finance Director at PayPoint plc. Rachel has held various senior financial and strategic positions including Group Director of Strategy and Implementation at easyJet plc.
Rachel is currently Senior Independent Director and Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee of JET2 plc, a Non-executive Director and Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee of Trustpilot Group plc and a Non-executive Director and Audit Committee Chair of Travelodge.
Jonathan Nicholls, Chairman of Shaftesbury Capital PLC, commented:
"Firstly, I would like to thank Ruth for her commitment and significant contribution to the Board as a Non-executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee over the past three years, and prior to that at Shaftesbury PLC. Her dedication and expertise have been greatly valued.
We are delighted to welcome Rachel to Shaftesbury Capital. Her extensive financial expertise and experience as an audit committee chair complements the range of skills and experience on the Board and will bring valuable knowledge and insight. We look forward to her contribution to the work of the Board and its Committees."
There is no further information to be disclosed pursuant to UKLR 6.4.8R.
ENDS
Corporate enquiries:
Shaftesbury Capital PLC | +44 (0)20 3214 9150 | |
Jonathan Nicholls | Chairman | |
Ruth Pavey | Company Secretary |
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About Shaftesbury Capital
Shaftesbury Capital PLC ("Shaftesbury Capital") is the leading central London mixed-use REIT and is a constituent of the FTSE-250 Index. Our property portfolio under management, valued at £5.4 billion, extends to 2.8 million square feet of lettable space across the most vibrant areas of London's West End. With a diverse mix of shops, restaurants, cafés, bars, residential apartments and offices, our destinations include the high footfall, thriving neighbourhoods of Covent Garden, Carnaby, Soho and Chinatown. Our properties are close to the main West End Underground stations and transport hubs for the Elizabeth Line. Shaftesbury Capital shares are listed on the London Stock Exchange ("LSE") (primary) and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange ("JSE") (secondary) and the A2X (secondary).
Our purpose
Investing to create thriving destinations in London's West End where people enjoy visiting, working, and living.
Our values
We have a set of values that are fundamental to our behaviour, decision making and the delivery both of our purpose and strategy: Act with integrity; Take a creative approach; Listen and collaborate; Take a responsible, long-term view; and Make a difference.
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