Directorate Change
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20 May 2026
Playtech plc
("Playtech" or the "Company")
Directorate Change
Playtech plc (LSE: PTEC) announces that Ian Penrose, Senior Independent Director, has notified the Company of his intention to step down from the Board.
At the request of the Chairman, Ian has agreed to remain as a Non-Executive Director of the Company, Senior Independent Director and Chairman of the Audit and Risk Committee until after the publication of the Group's final results for the year ending 31 December 2026. This will ensure a smooth transition to his successor(s) as Senior Independent Director and Chairman of the Audit and Risk Committee.
John Gleasure, Non-Executive Chairman, said:
"On behalf of the Board, I'd like to express our thanks to Ian for his invaluable contribution during what has been a period of significant shareholder value creation and strategic transition since his appointment in 2018.
We are grateful that he has agreed to remain with us until Spring 2027 to ensure a smooth transition of his roles. Ian has brought deep global industry experience to Playtech, and has always shown total commitment and dedication during what will have been almost 9 years of service to Playtech. We wish him all the best in his future endeavours."
AGM Resolutions
Further to Ian Penrose's notice that he intends to step down from Playtech's Board, it is no longer deemed necessary for Ian to stand for re-election at the Company's Annual General Meeting ("AGM") to be held later this morning. Accordingly, Resolution 6 at the AGM is no longer required and has therefore been withdrawn.
The withdrawal of Resolution 6 does not otherwise affect the validity of the Notice of AGM, the proxy form or any proxy votes already submitted on other proposed Resolutions. The numbering of all other proposed Resolutions at the AGM will remain unchanged.
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For further information please contact:
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Playtech plc |
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Rohan Chitale, Director of Investor Relations |
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Headland (PR adviser to Playtech) |
+44 (0) 20 3805 4822 |
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Lucy Legh, Jack Gault |
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About Playtech
Founded in 1999 and listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange, Playtech is a leading global B2B technology provider to the online betting and gaming industry. The Company employs over 7,400 people across 20 countries and operates in more than 50 regulated and regulating jurisdictions worldwide.
Playtech provides operators with a full proprietary, end-to-end, turnkey solution including its platform (PAM+), content and services, enabling customers to deliver an innovative, seamless and responsible player experience, supported by industry-leading player protection technology. Playtech's product suite covers the industry's most popular verticals including casino, live casino, sports betting, bingo and poker.
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