Change in Director's Details

Close Brothers Group plc ("the Company" or "Close Brothers") wishes to notify that Bridget Macaskill, an independent non-executive director of the Company, has been appointed a non-executive director of Jupiter Fund Management plc with effect from 1 May 2015.

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. We employ over 2,800 people, principally in the UK. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 250.