7 January 2007

   DEALINGS BY PERSONS WITH INTERESTS IN SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE

              (Rule 8.3 of the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers)

A statement has been made by JPMorgan Asset Management relating to Rule 8.3.  The statement can be seen here.

Notes on Form 8.3 can be viewed on the Takeover Panel's website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

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