Director Declaration

COMPASS GROUP PLC

DIRECTOR DECLARATION

Compass Group PLC confirms that Ireena Vittal, Non-executive director, has been appointed as a Non-executive director of Cipla Limited which is quoted on the Bombay Stock Exchange, with effect from 1 December 2016.

For further information, contact:

M J White Tel: +44 (0)1932 573000

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Note to Editors: Compass Group PLC is a world-leading food and support services company, which generated annual revenues of £19.6 billion in the year to 30 September 2016. It operates in over 50 countries, employs over 500,000 people and serves over 5 billion meals every year. The Company specialises in providing food and a range of support services across the core sectors of Business & Industry, Healthcare & Seniors, Education, Sports & Leisure and Defence, Offshore & Remote, with an established brand portfolio.