the Company announced that Gareth will formally be appointed to the Board as CEO with effect from 30 April 2020. Since the time of his appointment Gareth has been working alongside current CEO Ian Wilson, communicating with franchisees, participating in the recent final results investor roadshow and critically, forming strategy on the business' response to the impact of COVID-19. With an orderly transfer of responsibilities having been completed Ian will step down from the Board and retire on 30 April 2020. With 30 years' property industry experience Gareth brings a wealth of knowledge to the Group. The Board welcomes his leadership at this challenging time for the industry, brought about by COVID-19.