BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHING PLC

("Bloomsbury" or "the Company")

Bloomsbury Appoints Head of Investor Relations

Bloomsbury, the leading independent publisher, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tamsin Garrity as Head of Investor Relations, effective from 8 January 2024.

In the newly created role, Tamsin will report to Chief Executive Nigel Newton and Group Finance Director Penny Scott-Bayfield.

Tamsin forged her career over two decades as an Equity Research Analyst focusing on European Media, working at investment banks including Jefferies and UBS. Tamsin has extensive experience in analysing media companies, financial models, writing research, M&A and communicating with fund managers, analysts and equity sales forces.

Nigel Newton, Chief Executive of Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, commented: "I'm delighted to welcome Tamsin to Bloomsbury as our first Head of Investor Relations. Tamsin's appointment underlines Bloomsbury's long-term growth aspirations and commitment to deepening communication with analysts and both existing and potential investors. I'm confident her significant experience will add real value to our team."

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