Nigel Northridge, Chairman of Debenhams, said:

"Peter Fitzgerald has a wealth of experience in helping retail businesses to realise their online ambitions with acknowledged industry-leaders Amazon and Google.  Growing our multi-channel business is a crucial part of Debenhams' strategy and, as one of the leading experts in his field, we look forward to Peter's contribution as a member of the board."

Peter Fitzgerald said:

"I am very pleased to be joining the board of Debenhams.  I hope my experience working with businesses to help them succeed online will be valuable to the business and look forward to working closely with the team."

There is no information to disclose under LR 9.6.13R pertaining to this appointment.

Peter Fitzgerald (42) is Country Sales Director for Google UK/Eire having worked for that business since 2007, predominantly with retail business clients.  From 1999 to 2007 Mr Fitzgerald worked for Amazon both in Europe and the USA.  An American citizen, he holds a BA in English Literature from Rockhurst College, Kansas City.

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