Directorship change for Sir Roy Gardner

COMPASS GROUP PLC:

DIRECTOR DECLARATION

Compass Group PLC confirms that Sir Roy Gardner, Chairman, has been appointed as Non-executive Chairman of Connaught plc with effect from 10 May 2010.

For further information, contact:

M J White Tel: +44 1932 573000

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Note to Editors

Compass Group is the world's leading foodservice company. We specialise in providing food, vending and related services on our clients' premises and we generated annual revenues of over £13 billion in the year to 30 September 2009. The company operates across the following core sectors of Business & Industry, Defence, Offshore & Remote Site, Healthcare, Education, Sports & Leisure and Vending with an established brand portfolio. For more information visit www.compass-group.com.