Directorate Change

28 June 2012

DEBENHAMS PLC

DIRECTORATE CHANGE

Adam Crozier has today informed the board of Debenhams plc that he will step down from his role as non-executive director at the end of the financial year on 1 September 2012. Mr. Crozier has served as a director since May 2006.

Following Mr. Crozier's departure, Dennis Millard will succeed him as chairman of the remuneration committee and Mark Rolfe will in turn succeed Mr. Millard as chairman of the audit committee.

Nigel Northridge, Chairman of Debenhams, said:

"The board would like to thank Adam for the significant contribution he has made to Debenhams over the past six years. We wish him continued success in the future."

Enquiries

Lisa Williams, Director of Investor Relations, Debenhams plc

020 7408 3304/07908 483841