G4S plc announced the appointment of Ian Springett as a non-executive director of its board with effect from January 1, 2017. Upon appointment, Mr. Springett will become chairman of the board's Audit Committee as well as a member of its Risk Committee. Ian Springett is the chief financial officer and a director of Tullow Oil plc and has held that position since 2008. Ian is a chartered accountant, having qualified with Coopers & Lybrand in London.