British American Tobacco plc has announced that Murray S. Kessler will be joining the Board as an independent Non-Executive Director and member of the Nominations and Remuneration Committees, effective from 6 November 2023. Kessler has held several senior positions in the past, including Chief Executive, President, and Board Member of Perrigo plc, President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board of Lorillard Tobacco Co., Vice Chair of Altria Group, Inc., and President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board of UST LLC. He also had a twelve-year career with Campbell Soup Company.

Luc Jobin, Chair of the Board, expressed his pleasure in welcoming Kessler to the board and highlighted his extensive leadership experience in growing consumer product companies and managing regulated businesses. Jobin also mentioned that Kessler's contribution will be valuable as the company accelerates its strategy to build "A Better Tomorrow."

For further information, the British American Tobacco Press Office and Investor Relations can be contacted. The announcement was made in compliance with the Company's obligations under Listing Rule 9.6.11.