4th Oct 2005 14:26
Marks & Spencer Group PLC04 October 2005 The following information is given, subsequent to Lord Burns appointment asDeputy Chairman of Marks and Spencer Group plc on 1 October 2005. In accordance with paragraph 9.6.13 (1) of the Listing Rules, Lord Burns hasadvised that he is currently a director of Pearson plc and Banco SantanderCentral Hispano SA. In addition, Lord Burns has been director of The BritishLand Company plc, Legal & General Group plc and Chairman of Abbey National plcwithin the last five years. Lord Burns is also currently Chairman of Abbey National plc and Glas Cymru(Welsh Water), which are not publicly quoted companies. In accordance with paragraph 9.6.13 (2) - (6) of the Listing Rules, he hasadvised that on appointment he has no details to disclose. In accordance with s329 Companies Act 1985 it is disclosed that on appointmentLord Burns has an interest in 2,000 Ordinary shares of 25p each in Marks andSpencer Group plc. For further information, please contact: Anthony ClarkeCorporate Governance020 8718 9940 Corporate Press Office020 8718 8323 This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock ExchangeRelated Shares:
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