14 October 2013

H.R. Owe n Plc

Board Changes

Following the takeover offer by Berjaya being declared wholly unconditional on 23
September 2013, Jon Walden, the Chairman, has decided to step down from the Board with immediate effect.
Debbie Hewitt, Senior Independent Director, will chair the Board until a new
Chairman is appointed.
Debbie Hewitt said: 'Jon joined the Board in January 2010 and was instrumental in initiating the subsequent strategic changes in the business which have delivered significant shareholder value. On behalf of the Board I would like to thank him for his contribution and wish him well for the future.'

Enquirie s : H.R. Owe n (020 7245 1122)

Debbie Hewitt

Charle s Stanle y Se curitie s (020 7149 6000)

Marc Milmo, Carl Holmes

Halkin Communications (07904 680 547)

Sara Batchelor

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