23 Nov 2010 15:32

23 November 2010
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Sportech PLC
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Resignation of Non-Executive Chairman
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Sportech PLC announces the resignation of Piers Pottinger, the Company's non-executive Chairman with immediate effect. John Barnes will, as the senior independent non-executive director, take over as acting Chairman. A search is underway for a new Chairman and the appointment will be made as soon as possible.
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Commenting on his departure Mr Pottinger said:
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"Now the company has been successfully transformed into a truly international business, I feel it is time for me to move on and allow my successor to head up this exciting business, as it spreads its activities into over thirty countries. I have enjoyed my time with Sportech immensely and look forward to following its progress in the future. I know Ian Penrose and his executive team will continue to develop what has now become a world leader in its field".
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Ian Penrose, Chief Executive, said
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"We are grateful to Piers for his stewardship over the last four years and he leaves us with our very best wishes for the future."
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For further information, please contact:
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Sportech PLC
John Barnes, Acting Chairman
Ian Penrose, Chief Executive Tel: 020 7268 2400
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Investec Investment Banking
Patrick Robb Tel: 020 7597 5169
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