(Il Sole 24 Ore Radiocor) - Milano, 22 apr - The UK sports retailer JD Sports Fashion said that Andrew Higginson has informed the board of his intention to step down as chair at the conclusion of the company's AGM on July 21, 2026.

He joined the business as chair in July 2022 and has overseen the transformation of the group's governance framework, alongside the global expansion of the JD brand and wider JD Group, notably with 40% of the business now in North America.

The board has initiated a process for the appointment of a successor, led by Kath Smith, senior independent director.

Darren Shapland will become interim chair following the 2026.

AGM until a permanent chair has been appointed.

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