UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, DC 20549

FORM 20-F

(Mark One)

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For the fiscal year endedDecember 31, 20142017

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For the transitionperiod from                    to                    

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Date of event requiring this shell company report                    

BARCLAYS PLC

BARCLAYS BANK PLC

(Exact Names of Registrants as Specified in their Charter[s])

ENGLAND

(Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization)

1 CHURCHILL PLACE, LONDON E14 5HP, ENGLAND

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

PATRICK GONSALVES,GARTH WRIGHT, +44 (0)20 7116 2901, PATRICK.GONSALVES@BARCLAYS.COM3170, GARTH.WRIGHT@BARCLAYS.COM

1 CHURCHILL PLACE, LONDON E14 5HP, ENGLAND

*(Name, Telephone, E-mail and/or Facsimile number and Address of Company Contact Person)

Securities registered or to be registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Barclays PLC

Barclays Bank PLC

Securities registered or to be registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None

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Barclays Bank PLC

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SEC Form 20-F Cross reference information

Positioned for growth,

sharing and success

Notes

The termterms Barclays or Group refersrefer to Barclays PLC together with its subsidiaries. Unless otherwise stated, the income statement analysis compares the year ended 31 December 20142017 to the corresponding twelve months of 20132016 and balance sheet analysis as at 31 December 20142017 with comparatives relating to 31 December 2013.2016. The abbreviations ‘£m’ and ‘£bn’ represent millions and thousands of millions of Pounds Sterling respectively; and the abbreviations ‘$m’ and ‘$bn’ represent millions and thousands of millions of US Dollars respectively.

The comparatives have been restated to reflect the implementation of the Group structure changesrespectively; and the reallocationabbreviations ‘€m’ and ‘€bn’ represent millions and thousands of elementsmillions of the Head Office results under the revised business structure.

References throughout this report to ‘provision for ongoing investigations and litigation relating to Foreign Exchange’ mean a provision of £1,250m held as at 31 December 2014 for certain aspects of ongoing investigations involving certain authorities and litigation relating to Foreign Exchange.Euros respectively.

The information in this documentannouncement, which was approved by the Board of Directors on 21 February 2018, does not comprise statutory accounts within the meaning of Section 434 of the Companies Act 2006. Statutory accounts for the year ended 31 December 2014,2017, which includeincludes certain information required for thisthe Joint Annual Report on Form 20-F of Barclays PLC and Barclays Bank PLC (2014 20-F)to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and which contain an unqualified audit report under Section 495 of the Companies Act 2006 (which does not make any statements under Section 498 of the Companies Act 2006) will be delivered to the Registrar of Companies in accordance with Section 441 of the Companies Act 2006.

Barclays is a frequent issuer in the debt capital markets and regularly meets with investors via formal road showsroad-shows and other ad hoc meetings. Consistent with its usual practice, Barclays expects that from time to time over the coming quarter it will meet with investors globally to discuss these results and other matters relating to the Group.

Certain non-IFRS measures

Barclays management believes that the non-International Financial Reporting Standards (non-IFRS)non-IFRS performance measures included in this document provide valuable information to the readers of itsthe financial statements becauseas they enable the reader to identify a more consistent basis for comparing the business’ performance between financial periods, and provide more detail concerning the elements of performance which the managers of these businesses are most directly able to influence or are relevant for an assessment of the Group. They also reflect an important aspect of the way in which operating targets are defined and performance is monitored by BarclaysBarclays’ management. However, any non-IFRS performance measures in this document are not a substitute for IFRS measures and readers should consider the IFRS measures as well. As management reviewsRefer to the adjusting items described belowappendix on pages 181 to 183 for further information, reconciliations and calculations of non-IFRS performance measures included throughout this document, and the most directly comparable IFRS measures.

There are a number of key judgement areas, for example impairment calculations, which are based on models and which are subject to ongoing adjustment and modifications. Reported numbers reflect best estimates and judgements at a Group level, segmental results are presented excluding these itemsthe given point in accordance with IFRS 8; “Operating Segments”. Statutory and adjusted performance is reconciled at a Group level only. time.

Key non-IFRS measures included in this document, and the most directly comparable IFRS measures, are:

– Adjusted profit before taxAverage allocated equity represents the average shareholders’ equity that is allocated to the non-IFRS equivalent of profit before tax as it excludes the impact of own credit; provisions for Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) and claims management costs and interest rate hedging redress; gain on US Lehman acquisition assets; provision for ongoing investigations and litigation relating to Foreign Exchange; goodwill impairment; loss on announced sale of the Spanish business and Education, Social Housing, and Local Authority (ESHLA) valuation revision. A reconciliation to IFRS is presented on page 198 for the Group;

– Adjusted profit after tax represents profit after tax excluding the post-tax impact of own credit; provisions for PPI and interest rate hedging redress; the gain on US Lehman acquisition assets; provision for ongoing investigations and litigation relating to Foreign Exchange; loss on announced sale of the Spanish business; ESHLA valuation revision and goodwill impairment. A reconciliation to IFRS is presented on page 198 for the Group;

– Adjusted attributable profit represents adjusted profit after tax less profit attributable to non-controlling interests.businesses. The comparable IFRS measure is attributable profit;

– Adjusted income and adjusted total income net of insurance claims represents total income net of insurance claims excluding the impact of own credit; the gain on US Lehman acquisition assets and ESHLA valuation revision. A reconciliation to IFRS is presented on page 198 for the Group;

– Adjusted net operating income represents net operating income excluding the impact of own credit; the gain on US Lehman acquisition assets and ESHLA valuation revision. A reconciliation to IFRS is presented on page 198 for the Group;

– Adjusted total operating expenses represents operating expenses excluding the provisions for PPI and interest rate hedging redress; provision for ongoing investigations and litigation relating to Foreign Exchange; and goodwill impairment. A reconciliation to IFRS is presented on page 198 for the Group;

– Adjusted litigation and conduct represents litigation and conduct excluding the provisions for PPI and interest rate hedging redress; and the provision for ongoing investigations and litigation relating to Foreign Exchange. A reconciliation to IFRS is presented on page 198 for the Group;

– Adjusted cost: income ratio represents cost: income ratio excluding the impact of own credit; the provisions for PPI and interest rate hedging redress; gain on US Lehman acquisition assets; and provision for ongoing investigations and litigation relating to Foreign Exchange and ESHLA valuation revision. The comparable IFRS measure is cost: income ratio, which represents operating expenses to income net of insurance claims. A reconciliation to IFRS is presented on page 198 for the Group;

– Adjusted cost: income ratio represents cost: income ratio excluding the impact of own credit; the provision for PPI redress; the provision for interest rate hedging products redress; and goodwill impairment. The comparable IFRS measure is cost: income ratio, which represents operating expenses to income net of insurance claims. A reconciliation of the components used to calculate adjusted cost: income ratio to their corresponding IFRS measures is provided on page 198 for the Group;

– Adjusted compensation: net operating income ratio represents compensation: net operating income ratio excluding the impact of own credit; the provisions for PPI and interest rate hedging redress; gain on US Lehman acquisition assets; and provision for ongoing investigations and litigation relating to Foreign Exchange and ESHLA valuation revision.average equity. A reconciliation is provided on page 198iii;

– Average allocated tangible equity is calculated as the average of the previous month’s period end allocated tangible equity and the current month’s period end allocated tangible equity. The average allocated tangible shareholders’ equity for the Group;

– Adjusted compensation: operating income ratio represents compensation: operating income ratioquarter/year is the average of the monthly averages within that quarter/year. Period end allocated tangible equity is calculated as 12.0% (2016: 11.5%) of CRD IV fully loaded risk weighted assets for each business, adjusted for CRD IV fully loaded capital deductions, excluding goodwill and intangible assets, reflecting the impact of credit impairment charges and other provisions; own credit;assumptions the provisionsGroup uses for PPI and interest rate hedging redress; gain on US Lehman acquisition assets; and provision for ongoing investigations and litigation relating to Foreign Exchange and ESHLA valuation revision.capital planning purposes. The comparable IFRS measure is average equity. A reconciliation is provided on page 198iii;

– Average tangible equity is calculated as the average of the previous month’s period end tangible equity and the current month’s period end tangible equity. Period end tangible equity is calculated as 12.0% (2016: 11.5%) of CRD IV fully loaded risk weighted assets, adjusted for CRD IV fully loaded capital deductions, excluding goodwill and intangible assets, reflecting the assumptions the Group uses for capital planning purposes. The average tangible shareholders’ equity for the Group;quarter/year is the average of the monthly averages within that quarter/year. The comparable IFRS measure is average equity. A reconciliation is provided on page iii;

– Adjusted basicBasic earnings per ordinary share excluding litigation and conduct, losses related to Barclays’ sell down of BAGL and the re-measurement of US DTAs represents adjusted attributable profit (page 212)excluding the impact of excluding litigation and conduct, losses related to Barclays’ sell down of BAGL and the re-measurement of US DTAs divided by the basic weighted average number of shares in issue. The comparable IFRS measure is basic earnings per share, which represents profit after tax and non-controlling interests, divided by the basic weighted average number of shares in issue;share. A reconciliation is provided on page 183;

– AdjustedOperating expenses excluding UK Bank Levy and litigation and conduct charges represents operating expenses excluding the impact of UK Bank Levy and the impact of charges for litigation and conduct. The comparable IFRS measure is operating expenses. A reconciliation to IFRS is provided on page 183;

– Profit attributable to ordinary equity holders of the parent excluding litigation and conduct, losses related to Barclays’ sell down of BAGL and the re-measurement of US DTAs represents profit/(loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders excluding the impact of charges for litigation and conduct, losses related to Barclays’ sell down of BAGL and the re-measurement of US DTAs. The comparable IFRS measure is attributable profit. A reconciliation to IFRS is provided on page 183;

– Profit before tax excluding impairment of Barclays’ holding in BAGL and loss on sale of BAGL represents profit/(loss) before tax excluding the impairment of Barclays’ holding in BAGL and loss on sale of BAGL. The comparable IFRS measure is profit before tax. A reconciliation to IFRS is provided on page 179;

– Return on average allocated equity represents the return on average shareholders’ equity represents adjusted attributable profit (page 212) divided by adjusted average equity, excluding non-controlling interests.that is allocated to the businesses. The comparable IFRS measure is return on average shareholder’s equity, which represents profit attributable to equity holders of the parent divided by average equity, excluding non-controlling interests;equity. A reconciliation is provided on page iv;

– Adjusted returnReturn on average tangible shareholders’ equity represents adjustedexcluding litigation and conduct, losses related to Barclays’ sell down of BAGL and the re-measurement of US DTAs BAGL is calculated as profit attributable profit (page 212) divided byto ordinary equity holders excluding the impact of charges for litigation and conduct, losses related to Barclays’ sell down of BAGL and the re-measurement of US DTAs BAGL, including an adjustment for the tax credit in reserves in respect of other equity instruments, as a proportion of average adjustedallocated tangible equity, excluding non-controlling interests.equity. The comparable IFRS measure is return on equity. A reconciliation is provided on page 183;

– Return on average allocated tangible equity is calculated as the annualised statutory profit after tax attributable to ordinary shareholders, including an adjustment for the tax credit in reserves in respect of other equity instruments, as a proportion of average allocated tangible equity. The comparable IFRS measure is return on equity. A reconciliation is provided on page iv;

– Return on average tangible shareholders’ equity which representsis calculated as the annualised statutory profit after tax andattributable to ordinary shareholders, including an adjustment for the tax credit in reserves in respect of other equity instruments, as a proportion of average tangible shareholders’ equity. The comparable IFRS measure is return on equity. A reconciliation is provided on page iv;

– Tangible net asset value per share is calculated by dividing shareholders equity, excluding non-controlling interests divided by average tangibleand other equity (page 212);

– Barclays Core results are non-IFRS measures because they represent the sum of five Operating Segments, each of which is prepared in accordance with IFRS 8; “Operating Segments”: Personalinstruments, less goodwill and Corporate Banking, Barclaycard, Africa Banking, Investment Bank and Head Office. A reconciliation to the corresponding statutory Group measures are provided on pages 197 and 198;

– Constant currency results in Africa Banking are calculated by converting ZAR results into GBP using the average exchange rate for the year ended 31 December 2014 for the income statement and the 31 December 2014 closing exchange rate for the balance sheet and applying those rates to the results as of and for the year ended 31 December 2013, in order to eliminate the impact of movement in exchange rates between the two periods.

– Net Stable Funding Ratio (NSFR) is calculated according to the definition and methodology detailed in the standard providedintangible assets, by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision.number of issued ordinary shares. The original guidelines released in December 2010 (‘Basel III: International Framework for Liquidity Risk Measurement, Standards and Monitoring’, December 2010) were revised for in January 2014 (‘Basel III: The Net Stable Funding Ratio’, January 2014). The metric is a regulatory ratio that is not yet finalised in local regulations and, as such, represent a non-IFRS measure. This definition and the methodology used to calculate this metric is subject to further revisions aheadcomponents of the implementation date and our interpretation of this calculation may not be consistent with that of other financial institutions;

– BCBS 270 leverage exposure makes certain adjustments to Total assets under IFRS in accordance with Barclays’ understanding of the latest requirements that are expected to behave been included in the revised CRD IV text and guidance from regulators. The “Leverage” table on page 158 shows a reconciliation of BCBS 270 leverage exposure to total assets under IFRS;

– BCBS 270 leverage ratio represents CRD IV Tier 1 capital divided by BCBS 270 leverage exposure. See the “Leverage” table on page 158 for a reconciliation of BCBS 270 leverage exposure to Total assets under IFRS;

– The CRD IV fully loaded CET1183; and estimated BCBS 270 leverage ratios excluding the impact of the sale of the Spanish business are non-IFRS measures as these metrics exclude the impact of the risk weighted assets associated with the Spanish business.

– Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) is calculated according to the Commission Delegated Regulation of October 2014 that supplements Regulation (EU) 575/2013 (CRDIV) published by the European Commission in June 2013. The metric is a ratio that is not yet fully implemented in local regulations and, as such, represents a non-IFRS measure;

– Transitional CET1 ratio according to FSA October 2012. This measure is calculated by taking into account the statement of the Financial Services Authority, the predecessor of the Prudential Regulation Authority, on CRD IV transitional provisions in October 2012, assuming such provisions were applied as at 1 January 2014. This ratio is used as the relevant measure starting 1��1 January 2014 for purposes of determining whether the automatic write-down trigger (specified as a Transitional CET1 ratio according to FSA October 2012 of less than 7.00%) has occurred under the terms of the Contingent Capital Notes issued by Barclays Bank PLC on November 21, 2012 (CUSIP: 06740L8C2) and April 10, 2013 (CUSIP: 06739FHK0). Please refer to page 155139 for a reconciliation of this measure to CRD IV CET1 ratio.

Forward-looking statements

This document contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the US Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and Section 27A of the US Securities Act of 1933, as amended, with respect to certain of the Group’s plans and its current goals and expectations relating to its future financial condition and performance.Group. Barclays cautions readers that no forward-looking statement is a guarantee of future performance and that actual results or other financial condition or performance measures could differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate only to historical or current facts. Forward-looking statements sometimes use words such as ‘may’, ‘will’, ‘seek’, ‘continue’, ‘aim’, ‘anticipate’, ‘target’, ‘projected’, ‘expect’, ‘estimate’, ‘intend’, ‘plan’, ‘goal’, ‘believe’, ‘achieve’ or other words of similar meaning. Examples of forward-looking statements include, among others, statements or guidance regarding or relating to the Group’s future financial position, income growth, assets, impairment charges, and provisions, business strategy, structural reform, capital, leverage and other regulatory ratios, payment of dividends (including dividend pay-out ratios)payout ratios and expected payment strategies), projected levels of growth in the banking and financial markets, projected costs or savings, original and revisedany commitments and targets and the impact of any regulatory deconsolidation resulting from the sell down of the Group’s interest in connection with the Transform Programme andBarclays Africa Group Strategy Update, run-down of assets and businesses within Barclays Non-Core,Limited, estimates of capital expenditures and plans and objectives for future operations, projected employee numbers, IFRS 9 impacts and other statements that are not historical fact. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risk and uncertainty because they relate to future events and circumstances. These may be affected by changes in legislation, the development of standards and interpretations under International Financial Reporting Standards including the implementation of IFRS 9, evolving practices with regard to the interpretation and application of accounting and regulatory standards, the outcome of current and future legal proceedings and regulatory investigations, future levels of conduct provisions, the policies and actions of governmental and regulatory authorities, geopolitical risks and the impact of competition. In addition, factors including (but not limited to) the following may have an effect: capital, leverage and other regulatory rules (including with regard to the future structure of the Group) applicable to past, current and future periods; UK, US, Africa, Eurozone and global macroeconomic and business conditions; the effects of continued volatility in credit markets; market related risks such as changes in interest rates and foreign exchange rates; effects of changes in valuation of credit market exposures; changes in valuation of issued securities; volatility in capital markets; changes in credit ratings of any entities within the Group;Group or any securities issued by such entities; the potential for one or more countries exiting the Eurozone; the impact of EU and US sanctions on Russia; the implementationimplications of the Transform Programme;exercise by the United Kingdom of Article 50 of the Treaty of Lisbon and the disruption that may result in the UK and globally from the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union and the success of future acquisitions, disposals and other strategic transactions. A number of these influences and factors are beyond the Group’s control. As a result, the Group’s actual future results, dividend payments, and capital and leverage ratios may differ materially from the plans, goals, expectations and expectationsguidance set forth in the Group’s forward-looking statements. Additional risks and factors which may impact the Group’s future financial condition and performance are identified in our filings with the SEC (including, without limitation, our annual report on form 20-F for the fiscal year ended 31 December 2017), which arewill be available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.

AnySubject to our obligations under the applicable laws and regulations of the United Kingdom and the United States in relation to disclosure and ongoing information, we undertake no obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements, made herein speak onlywhether as of the date they are made and it should not be assumed that they have been revised or updated in the lighta result of new information, future events or future events. Except as required by the Prudential Regulation Authority, the Financial Conduct Authority, the London Stock Exchange plc (the LSE) or applicable law, Barclays expressly disclaims any obligation or

undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in Barclays’ expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based. The reader should, however, consult any additional disclosures that Barclays has filed or may file with the SEC.otherwise.

Market and other data

This document contains information, including statistical data, about certain Barclays markets and its competitive position. Except as otherwise indicated, this information is taken or derived from Datastream and other external sources. Barclays cannot guarantee the accuracy of information taken from external sources, or that, in respect of internal estimates, a third party using different methods would obtain the same estimates as Barclays.

Uses of Internet addresses

This document contains inactive textual addresses to internet websites operated by us and third parties. Reference to such websites is made for information purposes only, and information found at such websites is not incorporated by reference into this document.

References to Pillar 3 report

This document contains references throughout to Barclays annual risk report, the Pillar 3. Reference to the aforementioned report is made for information purposes only, and information found in said report is not incorporated by reference into this document.

Notes

a This table shows the allocation of Group average equity across IFRS reporting segments.

b Includes the Africa Banking discontinued operation.

c This table shows average tangible equity for the Group and average allocated tangible equity for the IFRS reporting segments.

Notes

a This table shows average equity for the Group and average allocated equity for the IFRS reporting segments.

b Includes the Africa Banking discontinued operation.

c This table shows return on average equity for the Group and return on average allocated equity for the IFRS reporting segments.

Governance

		Relevant skills and experience Tushar joined Barclays in 2013 having spent the previous four years in senior management roles with JP Morgan Chase, most recently as the CFO of its Corporate & Investment Bank. Throughout his time with JP Morgan he gained strategic financial management and regulatory relations experience. Since joining the Barclays Board he has been a driving influence on the Group’s cost reduction programme and managing the Group’s capital plan, particularly in response to structural reform. Other current appointments None
Tushar Morzaria
Group Finance
Director
Age: 46
Appointed:
15 October 2013
		Relevant skills and experience Dambisa is an international economist and commentator on the global economy, having completed a PhD in economics. Dambisa has a background in financial services and a wide knowledge and understanding of African economic, political and social issues, in addition to her experience as a director of companies with complex, global operations. Other current appointments SABMiller plc; Barrick Gold Corporation Committees A, C, F
Dambisa Moyo
Non-executive
Age: 46
Appointed:
1 May 2010
		Relevant skills and experience Frits is an experienced director, having held the position of CEO and non-executive director in a number of leading global organisations, most recently as CEO of Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. These roles have provided him with both a global business perspective and a clear understanding of key management issues, as well as experience of enhancing customer experience in a retail environment. Other current appointments None Committees None
Frits van Paasschen
Non-executive
Age: 53
Appointed:
1 August 2013
		Relevant skills and experience Sir Michael joined Barclays after a long career with KPMG, during which he served as chairman from 2002 until 2007. He brings to the Board extensive financial and commercial experience gained in the UK, Continental Europe and the Middle East. Sir Michael’s previous government roles, which include membership of the Prime Minister’s Business Advisory Group, and current role as president of the Confederation of British Industry, provide useful political and regulatory insight for the Board. Other current appointments: Chairman, BT Group PLC; McGraw Hill Financial Inc. Committees E, N
Sir Michael Rake
Deputy Chairman and Senior Independent Director
Age: 67
Appointed:
1 January 2008

		Relevant skills and experience Diane holds the role of General Counsel and Company Secretary of ABB Limited, a listed international power and automation technologies company. Diane’s legal background, combined with her knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements bring a unique perspective to discussions of the Board and its committees. Other current appointments: Advisory Board of The World Economic Forum’s Davos Open Forum Committees A, C
Diane de Saint Victor
Non-executive
Age: 60
Appointed:
1 March 2013
		Relevant skills and experience Sir John has been a Barclays Director since 2005, during which time he has provided invaluable support and leadership, most recently assisting in the identification and appointment of a successor to Sir David Walker as Chairman. He has significant board level experience, including roles as former CEO and chairman of Cadbury Schweppes PLC and his current role as chairman of Merlin Entertainments Group PLC, bringing extensive knowledge of retailing and brand marketing to the Board.
Sir John Sunderland
Non-executive
Age: 69
Appointed:
1 June 2005
		Sir John will retire from the Barclays Board at the conclusion of the 2015 AGM. Other current appointments AFC Energy PLC; Aston University; Reading University Council; Cambridge Education Group Limited Committees C, E, R*, N
		Relevant skills and experience Steve has significant experience in financial services, in both investment banking with JP Morgan, where amongst other roles he served as the chairman of the risk management committee, and in regulation, through roles with the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and the Financial Services Authority. Steve also has significant board experience, having served in both executive and non-executive director roles in his career. Other current appointments None Committees F, R
Steve Thieke
Non-executive
Age: 68
Appointed:
7 January 2014
Company Secretary
		Relevant skills and experience Since joining Barclays as a graduate in 1979, Lawrence has worked in a number of roles, including as Chief of Staff to the CEO and as the Private Bank’s Chief Operating Officer. Lawrence is a member and Treasurer of the GC100, the Association of General Counsels and Company Secretaries of the FTSE100.
Lawrence Dickinson
Age: 57
Appointed:
19 September 2002

Committee Membership Key

A Board Audit Committee

C Board Conduct, Operational and Reputational Risk Committee

N Board Corporate Governance and Nominations Committee

F Board Financial Risk Committee

E Board Enterprise Wide Risk Committee

R Board Remuneration Committee

* Committee Chairman

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Governance: Directors’ report

Chairman’s introduction

 

					Throughout this period of activity and change, your Board has been providing critical oversight of executive management to oversee the successful execution of the Group’s long term strategy.
		Board diversity The Board has a balanced and diverse range of skills and experience. All Board appointments are made on merit, in the context of the diversity of skills, experience, background and gender required to be effective. Balance of non-executive Directors: Executive Directors
				1    Chairman 2    Executive Directors 3    Non-executive Directors		1 2 12
		Male: Female
		12:3
		Length of tenure (Chairman and non-executive Directors)
		0-3 years
		9
		3-6 years
		2
		>6 years
		2
		Geographical mix (Chairman and non-executive Directors)
		United Kingdom
		7
		Continental Europe
		1
		United States
		4
		Other
		1
		Industry/background experience (Chairman and non-executive Directors)b
		Financial Services				10
		Political/regulatory contacts				10
		Current/recent Chair/CEO				10
		Accountancy/Financial				3
		International (US)				4
		International (Europe)				5
		International (RoW)				3
		Retail/Marketing				2