Primark CEO Paul Marchant Resigns After 'Error of Judgment' Incident
Primark CEO Paul Marchant resigned after admitting to an 'error of judgment' during a social interaction with a woman, a decision confirmed by Associated British Foods.
Published on April 1, 2025
Paul Marchant, the CEO of Primark, resigned after admitting to an 'error of judgment' in a social interaction with a woman late last year. Associated British Foods confirmed that his behavior did not meet the expected standards, prompting his immediate resignation.
Following the incident, the company announced that Eoin Tonge, previously the finance chief, will serve as the interim CEO. The resignation, which has been detailed in multiple reports including those from Reuters and the Financial Times, underscores the company's commitment to upholding high standards in its leadership. (Reporting dates: March 31, 2025 and April 1, 2025)