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In addition, NWG announces the appointment of Albert Hitchcock as an independent non-executive director with effect from 16 February 2026. 

 

Rick Haythornthwaite, Chair of NWG, said:

"I would like to thank Yasmin for her outstanding contribution to the Board and its committees since her appointment in 2017. She has been a highly valued director and colleague and she leaves with our very best wishes for the future.

I’m delighted to welcome Albert to the NWG Board. Albert brings over 30 years’ expertise across technology, cyber and AI which are key areas of focus for the Board and the wider bank. His financial services and technology experience will be a valuable asset to the Board."

 

Albert is a former non-executive director of Nationwide Building Society and Pureprofile and former Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer at Pearson. Prior to joining Pearson, he held senior roles at Vodafone Group and Nortel Networks.

 

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