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BT Group as we speak pronounces management succession inside Openreach and BT Worldwide.
Katie Milligan, at present Deputy CEO of Openreach, will develop into CEO, Openreach on 01 April 2026. She succeeds Clive Selley, who will develop into CEO of BT Worldwide. He succeeds Bas Burger who has determined the time is correct for him to go away BT after 18 years of service, together with 9 years on the Government Committee, additionally on 01 April 2026.
Allison Kirkby, BT Group Chief Government, stated:
“Openreach is a essential nationwide asset – the digital spine of the UK – and a key driver of BT Group’s lengthy‑time period worth. Its gifted workforce, disciplined execution and buyer focus continues to strengthen our place because the UK’s most trusted connector. Katie has helped form that success. Her deep trade expertise, robust individuals management and sharp operational instincts make her the fitting chief to take Openreach ahead.”
“Clive’s contribution on the helm of Openreach has been distinctive. His management – significantly the size, tempo and high quality of the complete fibre broadband construct, has set new requirements for our trade. We’re deeply grateful for the dedication, experience and integrity he has dropped at the position. Clive’s lasting legacy is a world-class digital infrastructure that may serve the UK for generations to return.”
“Clive can be the most effective particular person to steer BT Worldwide ahead as a subsequent technology, world telco platform enterprise. Nobody has extra expertise constructing advanced modern-day infrastructure and supporting prospects at scale of their digital transition. I’m delighted he’s staying inside BT Group and look ahead to working along with him in his new position.”
“I’d wish to thank Bas for all that he’s performed for us over the previous 18 years, together with main World, BT Enterprise and, most just lately, efficiently carving out BT Worldwide as a standalone unit. He has laid the foundations and technique for a extra focussed, responsive platform enterprise for our prospects exterior of the UK, able to scale and develop with the assistance of subsequent technology applied sciences.”
“Collectively these adjustments strengthen BT Group’s management for the subsequent chapter – giving Openreach continued industrial and buyer momentum within the UK, and dashing up the transformation of BT Worldwide.”
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