Change in Director's Details

8 October, 2014

Close Brothers Group plc ("the Company" or "Close Brothers") wishes to notify that Lesley Jones, an independent non-executive director of the Company, has been appointed a non-executive director of N Brown Group plc, the online, catalogue and stores retailer with effect from 1 October 2014.

This announcement is made pursuant to the Company's obligations under Listing Rule 9.6.14R (2).

Enquiries

Nicholas Jennings Close Brothers Group plc 020 7655 3100

Company Secretary

About Close Brothers

Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking, wealth management services, and securities trading.

Established in 1878, we believe our traditional merchant banking values, based on service and integrity, continue to be relevant today. We define our approach to business as 'Modern Merchant Banking' - values that are embedded in our culture and that underpin everything we do. Today, Close Brothers Group plc employs 2,800 people, principally in the UK. We are listed on the London Stock Exchange and are a member of the FTSE 250.