In a statement, he said 'I am stepping down from the Board as the increasing demands of my other commitments have meant that I am unable to devote the appropriate time to my duties as a Board member. Playtech is a dynamic company with leading technology and a talented workforce. I wish the company a successful future.'
Playtech's Non-executive Chairman, Roger Withers, added 'Barry has bought a wealth of experience to Playtech during a very important period of its development and has been an integral part of its growth. I and we are extremely grateful to him for his service to the Company and wish him every success in his future endeavors.'