RS Group plc announces that the Board has agreed for Lindsley Ruth, Chief Executive Officer, to take a leave of absence from the business due to personal reasons with immediate effect. The Company is providing Lindsley with support and the Board will work with him to determine the next steps. In Lindsley's absence, a management structure is in place to ensure continuity and maintain momentum in the execution of the Group's strategy.

David Egan will assume Lindsley's duties in addition to his role as Chief Financial Officer, with strong support from members of the Group's senior management team.