Westminster Group appoints Simon Barrell to its Board as Non-Executive Director

– UK, Banbury –  Westminster Group Plc (LON: WSG) today announced the appointment of Simon Barrell to its Board as a Non-Executive Director, effective from 1 July 2021.

The group is an AIM-listed supplier of managed security services and technology-based security solutions to governments and government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and blue-chip commercial organizations worldwide.

“We are delighted Simon has agreed to join the Board of Westminster and I am sure his wealth of experience gained from a variety of business sectors, in particular working in AIM listed companies and serving on boards of growing and successful companies, will be of great value to our business as we expand and deliver on our significant potential.” said Board Chairman, Rt Hon Sir Tony Baldry.

He added: “He has worked in groups in adjacent sectors who also serve emerging markets. This gives him an understanding which will be invaluable to Westminster in the next stage of its growth.”

Simon will be assuming the role of Chair of the Audit Committee.

About Simon Barrell

Simon Barrell is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England. He is an experienced Non-Executive Director of numerous public companies, including those quoted on AIM, and has experience acting in the roles of Chairman, Chair of the audit committee, and sitting on the remuneration committee and nominations committees.

Simon Barrell added: “I was very impressed by what Westminster has achieved in recent years including the recent contract wins. I am joining at an exciting time for Westminster on its growth trajectory. I look forward to serving on the Board in this time of growth.”

About Westminster Group

Westminster Group plc is a specialist security and services group operating worldwide via an extensive international network of agents and offices in over 50 countries.

Westminster’s principal activity is the design, supply, and ongoing support of advanced technology security solutions, encompassing a wide range of surveillance, detection, tracking, and interception technologies and the provision of long-term managed services contracts such as the management and running of complete security services and solutions in airports, ports, and other such facilities together with the provision of manpower, consultancy, and training services. The majority of its customer base, by value, comprises governments and government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and blue-chip commercial organizations.

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