The British Land Company appoints new non-executive directors

The Board of The British Land Company PLC announces the appointment of two new non-executive directors with effect from 1st January 2010. They are Richard Pym, Chairman of Bradford & Bingley plc and BrightHouse Group Ltd and Dido Harding, Convenience Director at Sainsbury’s.

Mr. Pym will join the Audit Committee and Ms Harding will join the Remuneration Committee.

Chris Gibson-Smith, Chairman said “In Richard Pym and Dido Harding, we have two first class recruits to our Board. They bring us deep financial and retail experience which enhance our overall skills and strength.”