Rights and Issues Investment Trust PLC

(the "Company")

LEI:  2138002AWAM93Z6BP574

Directorate Changes

The Board of Rights and Issues Investment Trust PLC (the "Company") is pleased to announce the intention to appoint Ms Ruth Beechey as a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee with effect from the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting which is to be held on Thursday, 26 March 2026.

Ms Beechey has extensive experience as a lawyer in the fund management industry, including as Associate Counsel at Deutsche Asset Management, Head of Legal at UBS Asset Management UK.  Latterly she was Chief of Staff at UBS Asset Management UK. Ms Beechey is also a non-executive director at Legal and General Assurance (Pensions Management) Ltd and Brown Advisory US Smaller Companies PLC.

In accordance with paragraph 9.6.13 (1) of the Listing Rules, it is confirmed that Ms Beechey has been a non-executive director of Brown Advisory US Smaller Companies PLC since 1 July 2024.

In accordance with paragraphs 9.6.13 (2) to (6) of the Listing Rules, it is confirmed that there are no additional details to be disclosed in relation to the appointment.

The Company also announces that Mr Jonathan Roper will retire from the Board with effect from the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting. The Board would like to thank Mr Roper for his most valuable contribution to the Company throughout his 15 years of service.

For further information please contact:

Apex Fund Administration Services (UK) Limited

Company Secretary

Tel: 01245 398950

Email: cosec-uk@apexgroup.com