Santander UK today announced that Lord Burns is to step down as Chairman. He will remain as Chairman until his successor is appointed to ensure a smooth transition. It is the intention to have a new Chairman in place by the end of 2014.
A further announcement will be made in due course.
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For further details, please contact:
| Anthony Frost | Head of UK Communications) | 020 7756 6284 |
| James S. Johnson | Head of Investor Relations) | 020 7756 5014 |
| For more information contact: | ir@santander.co.uk |