Dalata Hotel Group plc announced the appointment of Alf Smiddy as designated non-executive director for engagement with the company's workforce, in line with the provisions of the UK Corporate Governance Code (July 2018), with immediate effect. Alf is the Senior Independent Director and Chair of the Company's Nomination Committee and this appointment is designed to ensure that the issues that matter most to employees are considered by the Board in its decision-making processes at all times.