Global Opportunities Trust plc David Ross recently advised the Board of his intention to retire as a Director of the Company. David has served as a Director of the Company since 1 June 2014 and will retire following the conclusion of this year's AGM. Following David informing the Board of his intention to retire, the Nomination Committee undertook a search for a replacement non-executive Director.

Having considered several exceptional candidates, the Nomination Committee recommended that Katie Folwell-Davies be appointed as a non-executive Director of the Company. The Board has approved Katie's appointment in principle subject to shareholders electing her as a Director of the Company at the 2023 AGM.