Ascential plc announced that Following a transition period of active participation in the execution of the plans, Paul Harrison, currently Chief Operating Officer of Ascential plc, has informed the Board that he intends to accept the offer of a role outside Ascential and leave the Company in due course. The Company is grateful for Paul's seven years in both executive and non-executive capacities and his continued support of the strategic plan for a transition period. Further details will be announced in due course.

Further appointments will be announced in due course.