Derbyshire-based confectioner Thorntons has named Chris Burnett, 62, as executive chairman with effect from 26 April, when John Thornton will retire as executive chairman.
Burnett is currently chairman of the UK's biggest maker of concrete block paving company Marshalls. He will relinquish his role once a successor has been appointed.
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