For the last three months Dignity has been headed by a partner at the asset manager which seized control of the company in April. Gary Channon will continue running the company as chief executive, but will hand his responsibility as chairman to Mr Castagno. “I am delighted that John has joined the board of Dignity,” Mr Channon said. It initially expressed its support for Clive Whiley, the group’s chairman, as the company tried to navigate a tough climate. In April the chairman was forced out, with 55% of shareholder votes cast against him.

Source: Irish Independent July 26, 2021 07:07 UTC