CLS Holdings plc announced that Lennart Sten is to become independent Non-Executive Chairman with effect from 14 August 2019, after the publication of the Group's half-year results, following receipt of notice from Henry Klotz of his intention to retire as Executive Chairman and Director of the Company on that date. Mr. Sten was appointed to the Board on 1 August 2014 and will continue to serve as a member of the Company's Remuneration and Nomination Committees.