13 October 2021

Reach plc

(the "Company")

Barry Panayi joins the Board of Reach plc

The Board of Reach plc is pleased to announce the appointment of Barry Panayi as Non-Executive Director of the Company, with effect from today, 13 October 2021. Barry will be a member of the Audit & Risk, Nomination, Remuneration and Sustainability Committees.

Barry is an established and recognised leader in the digital and data space. Barry has current executive experience, working as Director of Data, Insight and Analytics of The John Lewis Partnership since March 2021, and prior to this, he was Group Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Lloyds Banking Group. Barry has extensive experience in leading data driven transformations and large teams having held senior roles at Bupa and Virgin Group. He started his career working in consultancy for EY, specialising in data and digital. Barry is currently a Non-Executive Director of Ofgem.

Nick Prettejohn, Chair of Reach plc, commented: "We're delighted to have Barry join us on the Reach plc Board. He brings valuable expertise and insight as Reach plc enters the next phase of its evolution."

Barry Panayi commented: "The Reach plc Board have overseen an exciting period of transition for the business and I'm looking forward to playing a role in its continued growth and progress."

There is no further information to be disclosed pursuant to Listing Rule 9.6.13(1) - (6) of the Listing Rules of the UK Listing Authority.

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