Directorate Change

Appointment of Non-Executive Director

15 November 2016

DEBENHAMS PLC

BOARD APPOINTMENT

Debenhams plc is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicky Kinnaird as a non-executive director‎. She will join the board today. 

Sir Ian Cheshire, Chairman of Debenhams, commented:

"We are very pleased that Nicky is joining the board. She brings a wealth of experience and understanding in brand development and the global beauty industry. ‎Her knowledge and expertise will be invaluable as Debenhams embarks on the next stage of its development under new leadership."

Nicky Kinnaird said:

"I am delighted to be joining Debenhams' board at this exciting stage for the business. It is a retailer with a fantastic heritage and a leading position in the beauty and fashion sectors‎ and I look forward to being part of its future success."

There is no information to disclose under LR 9.6.13R pertaining to this appointment.

About Nicky Kinnaird

Nicky Kinnaird founded speciality beauty retailer Space NK and following the sale of the business consults for an international roster of clients in the beauty, wellness and lifestyle sectors. 

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Notes to editors

Debenhams is a leading international, multi-channel brand with a proud British heritage which trades out of around 250 stores across 27 countries, and is available online in more than 60 countries. Debenhams gives its customers around the world a unique, differentiated and exclusive mix of own brands, international brands and concessions.

In the UK, Debenhams has a top three market position in womenswear and menswear and a top ten share in childrenswear. It holds the number two market position in premium health and beauty.

Debenhams has been investing in British design for over 20 years through its exclusive Designers at Debenhams portfolio of brands. Current designers include Abigail Ahern, Ted Baker, Jeff Banks, Jasper Conran, FrostFrench, Patrick Grant, Henry Holland, Ben de Lisi, Todd Lynn, Julien Macdonald, Savannah Miller, Jenny Packham, Stephen Jones, Giles Deacon, Aliza Reger, John Rocha, Ashley Thomas, Eric Van Peterson and Matthew Williamson.