25 February 2009

TED BAKER PLC

('TED BAKER')

APPOINTMENT OF NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Board of Ted Baker, the British designer brand is pleased to announce the appointment of Ron Stewart as an Independent Non-Executive Director with immediate effect.

Prior to his retirement in 2003, Ron was Deputy Managing Director Corporate Banking (London) of The Royal Bank of Scotland and has over 39 years of banking experience. 

Ron will be appointed Chairman of the Audit Committee after a suitable period of induction with the Company. Robert Breare will remain as Audit Committee Chairman until the point of handover and will continue as a member of this committee thereafter. In addition, Ron will also be appointed to the Nomination Committee and the Remuneration Committee. 

Commenting on the announcement, Ted Baker Chairman, Robert Breare said: 'We are delighted that Ron Stewart is joining the Ted Baker Board. His experience will be invaluable and we look forward to his contribution going forward.'

Ted Baker confirms that there is no further information to be disclosed under the requirements of Listing Rule 9.6.13 in relation to this appointment. 

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