Destiny Pharma PLC - Brighton, England-based clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on preventing life-threatening infections - Appoints Chris Tovey as chief executive officer from September 1, taking over from Interim CEO Debra Barker who will return to position of non-executive director. The company announces departure of Chair Nick Rodgers, expects to announce new outside chair shortly.

Incoming Chief Executive Officer Chris Tovey said: "I am delighted to be joining Destiny, where there is an incredibly exciting opportunity to progress a highly innovative product pipeline, targeting prevention of infections and representing powerful new offerings to the healthcare community that is seeking new approaches to treat and prevent infectious diseases."

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By Will Neill, Alliance News reporter

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