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Death of Chairman
Death of Chairman.
About this update from Oxford Instruments Plc
[{"type":"text","content":"\n \nRNS Number : 4704V Oxford Instruments PLC 23 July 2018 \n\n \nOxford Instruments plc\nDeath of Chairman\n \nIt is with great sadness that the Board of Oxford Instruments plc announces the death of its Chairman, Alan Thomson. Alan has been Chairman since September 2016 and brought a wealth of experience and wisdom to the role. \n \nIan Barkshire (Chief Executive) commented: \"Alan's commitment and passion in driving improvement have been inspirational and his support, guidance and friendship have been greatly valued. He will be missed by all at Oxford Instruments and all who knew him.\" \n \nThe Board's sincere condolences go to his family.\n \nStephen Blair, Senior Independent Director, will take over as Interim Chairman with immediate effect. The Board will be starting a process to appoint Alan's successor. \n \n \n \nEnquiries:\n \nOxford Instruments plc Tel: 01865 393324\nSusan Johnson-Brett, Company Secretary\n \nMHP Communications Tel: 020 3128 8100\nRachel Hirst / Luke Briggs\n \n \n \n \n\nThis information is provided by RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange. RNS is approved by the Financial Conduct Authority to act as a Primary Information Provider in the United Kingdom. Terms and conditions relating to the use and distribution of this information may apply. For further information, please contact [email protected] or visit www.rns.com. END BOAFXLFLVDFZBBE\n ","length":3206,"tagName":"div"}]