Director Declaration

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Diageo PLC has announced that non-executive director John Rishton will transition to a new role as non-executive director and chair designate of Imperial Brands PLC, effective July 13, 2026, and will assume the full chair position on December 1, 2026. This announcement is made in accordance with UK Listing Rule 6.4.9R (2).

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Diageo PLC

20 January 2026

Diageo plc

LEI: 213800ZVIELEA55JMJ32

Director Declaration

Diageo plc (the "Company") announces that John Rishton, non-executive director of the Company, will be appointed as non-executive director and chair designate of Imperial Brands PLC, with effect from 13 July 2026.

John will assume the role of chair of Imperial Brands PLC, effective from, 1 December 2026.

This notification has been made in accordance with UK Listing Rule 6.4.9R (2).

James Edmunds

Deputy Company Secretary

20 January 2026

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