Directorate Change

The Go-Ahead Group plc

("Go-Ahead" or "The Group")

Appointment of New Non Executive Director

The Board of Go-Ahead is pleased to announce the appointment of Nick Horler to the Board as Non-Executive Director with effect from 14th November 2011.

Nick is currently on the board of Royal Mail Plc (unlisted) and is Chairman of KPMG's Energy & Natural Resources Advisory Board. Nick is the former Chief Executive Officer of Scottish Power and Managing Director of E.On Retail. He began his career with Phillips Petroleum, working in the UK and USA in sales and marketing roles.

Commenting on Nick's appointment, Sir Patrick Brown, Chairman of the Board said: "I am delighted that Nick has accepted our invitation to join the Board. He has a wealth of experience of working in regulated industries and will also bring valuable insights into Go-Ahead's development of social networks and digital marketing to attract new passengers."

The appointment is confirmed in accordance with paragraph 9.6.13 (1) to (6) of the UKLA Listing Rules.

For further information please contact:

Carolyn Sephton, Company Secretary - 0191 232 3123