Oct. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Debenhams Plc said it appointed Simon Herrick as chief financial officer with effect from Jan. 10, replacing Chris Woodhouse who is stepping down to focus on his role as chairman of Gondola Group and Agent Provocateur.

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