Standard Chartered PLC — Board/Management Information 2003

Jul 16, 2003

Standard Chartered PLC

Standard Chartered

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Standard Chartered PLC

(渣打集團有限公司)

(the "Company")

(Registered in England and Wales number 966425)

RESIGNATION OF DIRECTOR

Standard Chartered PLC
announces resignation of Mr Barry Clare as Non-executive Director

The Board of Directors of Standard Chartered PLC announced today that Mr Barry Clare has decided to step down as a Non-Executive Director with effect from 31st July, 2003. Mr Clare wishes to give more time to pursuing new business ventures.

The Board is grateful to Mr Clare for the significant contribution he made during his time on the Board.

This announcement is made pursuant to paragraph 2.2 of the Listing Agreement.

By Order of the Board
David J. Brimacombe
Company Secretary

Hong Kong, 16th July, 2003

Please also refer to the published version of this announcement in South China Morning Post dated on 17-7-2003.

Standard Chartered PLC

17-7-2003