DUBLIN, Ireland, April 15, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- In connection with the recent appointment of Mr. Robert G. Wilmers to the Board of Allied Irish Banks, p.l.c., (NYSE:AIB) Mr. Wilmers is a director of M&T Bank Corporation and there are no details to be notified to the Company Announcements Office pursuant to Listing Rule 16.4(b).
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