Director leave of absence

Andrews Sykes Group PLC

("Andrews Sykes" or the "Company")

Director leave of absence

The Company announces that, with immediate effect, Paul Wood, Managing Director, will be taking a leave of absence due to ill health.

The Board have appointed Carl Webb, the managing director of the Company's UK businesses, as interim Managing Director. During Paul's absence, Carl will assume Paul's day to day responsibilities, supported by the Andrews Sykes senior management team, and ensure the continuity of the Company's established strategy.

A further update will be made in due course.

Commenting, Jean-Jacques Murray, Vice- Chairman of Andrews Sykes, said:

"The Board and all his colleagues wish Paul a speedy and full recovery and look forward to welcoming him back to the business. The group is strong and the Board has every confidence in the strength of the senior management team under the direction of Carl Webb."

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