Ascent Resources plc

("Ascent" or the "Company")

Directorate Changes

25 October 2023

Ascent Resources Plc (LON: AST) the onshore Hispanic American and European focussed energy and natural resources company, is pleased to announce the intended appointment of Jean-Michel Doublet as an independent non-executive director of the Company. Jean-Michel has strong M&A experience, working with independent oil and gas companies, focussing on emerging markets.

The Company also announces that Stephen Birrell has decided to step down from the Board with immediate effect.

A further announcement in respect of Jean-Michel's intended appointment to the Board, which is subject to regulatory checks,  will be made in due course.

James Parsons, Executive Chair commented:

"We very much look forward to welcoming Jean-Michel to the Board and to the experience he will bring to the business. The Board would also like to thank Stephen for his valuable contribution to the Company over the last few years and we wish him every success in his next venture."

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