JD Sports Fashion Plc announced that Kath Smith has been appointed as the Senior Independent Director and Chair of the Nominations Committee, with effect from February 25, 2022. Kath Smith joined the Board in May 2019 bringing substantial experience of working with world leading brands, particularly those in the sports sector. She was also previously interim Chair of the Remuneration Committee but, as a result of these new appointments, has now stepped down from this role.

Bert Hoyt takes over as interim Chair of the Remuneration Committee until such time as a permanent Chair is appointed. The Board confirms that it is making good progress in this regard.