Paula Bell - Appointment

Laird PLC

Paula Bell - Appointment

In accordance with Rule 9.6.14 of the Listing Rules of the Financial Conduct Authority, Laird PLC (the "Company") announces that Ms Paula Bell, a non-executive director of the Company, has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer of Spirent Communications plc and will join their Board as an Executive Director on 5 September 2016. Paula is currently Chief Financial Officer of John Menzies plc and will leave this role on 29 July 2016.

J G du Plessis

General Counsel and Company Secretary