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JD Sports Fashion chairman Andy Higginson to step down, Sky News reports

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Posted on April 21, 2026

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· Last updated: April 22, 2026

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April 21 (Reuters) - The chairman of British sportswear retailer JD Sports Fashion, ‍Andy Higginson, will step down from his role, Sky News reported on Tuesday. Reuters could not immediately verify

JD Sports Fashion chair Andy Higginson to step down, Sky News says

Andy Higginson's Departure from JD Sports Fashion

Report of Imminent Exit

April 21 (Reuters) - Retail veteran Andy Higginson will step down as the chairman of British sportswear retailer JD Sports Fashion, Sky News reported on Tuesday.

Announcement Timeline

An announcement regarding the exit could be made imminently, the report said, adding there had been no indication that Higginson was preparing to leave the firm.

Company Response

JD declined to comment on the report.

Andy Higginson's Background

Previous Roles

Higginson, who joined the firm in 2022, had previously served as chair of supermarket group Morrisons and also held senior roles at supermarket chain Tesco.

Experience in Retail Sector

(Reporting by Gursimran Kaur in Bengaluru; Editing by Vijay Kishore)

Key Takeaways

Andy Higginson, a seasoned executive with senior roles at Tesco, Morrisons and others, has chaired JD Sports since mid‑2022 (s204.q4cdn.com).
His reported resignation comes amid a period of strategic and governance initiatives at JD, including prior board refreshment and cost management efforts (retailgazette.co.uk).
The company’s broader context includes recent trading challenges such as falling sales and share buybacks, suggesting his departure could coincide with leadership planning as the retailer navigates market headwinds (retailgazette.co.uk).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is stepping down as JD Sports Fashion chairman?

Andy Higginson is stepping down as the chairman of JD Sports Fashion.

Which news outlet reported Andy Higginson's resignation?

Sky News reported the resignation of Andy Higginson.

Has JD Sports officially confirmed Andy Higginson's resignation?

The report of Andy Higginson stepping down has not been officially verified as of now.

What is the industry focus of JD Sports Fashion?

JD Sports Fashion is a British sportswear retailer.

Who reported on Andy Higginson's resignation for Reuters?

Gursimran Kaur in Bengaluru reported on Andy Higginson's resignation for Reuters.

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