Playtech confirms Milne as non-executive director

Playtech has appointed Claire Milne as an independent non-executive director with immediate effect.

Milne has 20 years’ experience advising gaming and financial services clients as an in-house and private practice lawyer.

Upon taking her new role at Playtech, she will join the company’s Remuneration Committee, Risk and Compliance Committee, Audit Committee and Nominations Committee.

Milne previously served as chair of the Isle of Man Gambling Commission from 2007 until 2012.

Alan Jackson, chairman of Playtech, said: “As a leading global software provider it is fitting that Playtech's board contains a wealth of knowledge in the developing areas of technology and iGaming law.

“Claire brings 20 years' experience of advising multi-national corporations in these evolving sectors and we look forward to benefitting from her expertise.”

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