11 December 2020

McBride plc

Appointment of new Chief Financial Officer

McBride plc (the "Group"), the leading European manufacturer and supplier of Contract Manufactured and Private Label products for the domestic Household and professional cleaning and hygiene markets, announces the appointment of Mark Strickland as Chief Financial Officer and a member of the Board of directors from 4^th January 2021.

Mark brings strong understanding and insight into the financial and performance management of multi-site operating businesses.  He was until recently Finance Director at The AA plc and prior to the AA, he has held CFO roles at a variety of business covering industries including food production, logistics and chemicals.

Clive Jennings, currently Interim Chief Financial Officer will continue in his current role until 4^th January and then will complete handover activities through the remainder of January,

Chris Smith, CEO of McBride plc commented:

"I would like to thank Clive for his excellent contribution over the past 6 months during what has been a very dynamic period. I look forward to welcoming Mark to the Group, his extensive experience in operational and financial management will be invaluable as we take the Group forward under our new Compass strategy."

There are no additional matters that would require disclosure under LR 9.6.13.

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