Directors retiring and standing for re-election

As mentioned in the report of the directors, Michael Green has decided not to stand for re-election at the 1999 annual general meeting.

Directors proposed for re-election at the forthcoming annual general meeting are Sir Christopher Hogg, Rob Rowley and Charles Sinclair. As an executive director, Rob Rowley has a service contract terminable by the company on two years’ notice. As non-executive directors, Sir Christopher Hogg and Charles Sinclair do not have service contracts.

On behalf of the Board

Sir Christopher Hogg
Chairman
12 February 1999