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Eidos plc (“Eidos”) announces today the appointment of John van Kuffeler as Non-Executive Chairman, with immediate effect. Current Executive Chairman, Ian Livingstone, will remain on the Board and assume the role of Creative Director and continue with his full time executive responsibilities. Commenting on the appointment of John van Kuffeler, Ian Livingstone, said: “I welcome John van Kuffeler to the Board, who will bring his considerable public company expertise to Eidos. My appointment as Creative Director will enable me to hand over my responsibilities as Chairman, and allow me to focus full time on what I enjoy the most which is the design and creation of new games.” Commenting on the appointment of John van Kuffeler as Chairman, Mike McGarvey, Chief Executive said: “I am delighted that John is joining the Group. He brings significant financial and public company experience relevant to the opportunities that face Eidos. We expect him to make a substantial contribution to the future development of the Group.” The Board would like to record its appreciation to Ian, for having undertaken the role of Chairman over the past six years. Ian’s appointment as Creative Director will allow him to return full time to assist in securing new game franchises for Eidos.” There are no details that are required to be disclosed under paragraphs 16.4(a) or 6.F.2 (b) to (g) of the Listing Rules of the UK Listing Authority.
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