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Premier Inn owner Whitbread appoints Christine Hodgson as chair

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Posted on May 27, 2025

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(Reuters) -Premier Inn owner Whitbread on Tuesday said it has appointed Christine Hodgson, the current chair of British water utility Severn Trent, as its new chair, effective September 1. Hodgson

Whitbread Names Christine Hodgson as New Chair Effective September 1

(Reuters) -Premier Inn owner Whitbread on Tuesday said it has appointed Christine Hodgson, the current chair of British water utility Severn Trent, as its new chair, effective September 1.

Hodgson succeeds Adam Crozier who will step down as Whitbread chair after seven years.

(Reporting by Anandita Mehrotra in Bengaluru; Editing by Eileen Soreng)

Key Takeaways

  • Christine Hodgson appointed as Whitbread's new chair.
  • Hodgson is the current chair of Severn Trent.
  • Adam Crozier steps down after seven years.
  • Appointment effective from September 1.
  • Whitbread owns Premier Inn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who has been appointed as the new chair of Whitbread?
Christine Hodgson has been appointed as the new chair of Whitbread, effective September 1.
Who did Christine Hodgson succeed as chair of Whitbread?
Christine Hodgson succeeds Adam Crozier, who will step down after seven years.
What position does Christine Hodgson currently hold?
Christine Hodgson is currently the chair of British water utility Severn Trent.

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