Standard Chartered PLC announces changes to its Board 2026

Standard Chartered PLC (the “Company”) announces that Jackie Hunt has taken the decision, for personal reasons, to step down from the Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee, member of the Board Risk, Remuneration and Governance and Nomination Committees with effect from 31 December 2026.

The Company also announces that Lincoln Leong, Independent Non-Executive Director, will succeed Jackie as Chair of the Audit Committee from 1 January 2027, subject to regulatory approval. He will also join the Board Risk, Remuneration and Governance and Nomination Committees on the same date.

Jackie Hunt said: “It has been a privilege to serve on the Board, and I have greatly valued my time with Standard Chartered. I wish my colleagues and the Group every success for the future.”

Maria Ramos, Group Chair, said: “On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Jackie for her valuable contribution to Standard Chartered. We have greatly valued her experience, insight and considered contributions to the Board discussions, and wish her all the very best for the future.”

There are no matters relating to Jackie Hunt stepping down from the Board that need to be brought to the attention of the shareholders of the Company.

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Standard Chartered PLC is listed on the London and Hong Kong stock exchanges.