Premier Foods PLC: appoints new chairman

London / UK. (pf) British Premier Foods PLC is pleased to announce the appointment of Ronald Bell, the former President of Kraft Foods Europe, as non-executive Chairman of the Company with effect from 01 October 2010.

Bell spent a 30 year career with Kraft, the world´s second largest food company. During this time he held a number of senior management appointments culminating in his appointment as President of Kraft Foods Europe, a position he held for five years. In this role he was responsible for all the Group´s coffee, chocolate and grocery brands in the region.

In addition, Charles Miller Smith has been appointed non-executive Deputy Chairman also with effect from 01 October 2010. David Kappler will step down as Chairman and as a non-executive director following Bell´s appointment.

Robert Schofield, Chief Executive Officer of Premier Foods: «I am delighted to welcome Ronald Bell as Chairman of Premier Foods. He has had a long and successful career in the food industry and brings with him a wealth of experience. I look forward to working with him as we focus on delivering organic growth and reducing debt. On behalf of the Board, I would also like to thank David Kappler for his significant contribution to the Group since flotation».