In response to speculation on market consensus

In response to market speculation on consensus

Ladbrokes notes market speculation with respect to recent adverse sporting results. 

Current expectation for Group performance for 2013 remains within the range of analyst EBIT forecasts for the full year (£138 million - £151 million) but with a key part of the sporting calendar ahead it is extremely premature to speculate on the outturn for the year. 

For further information contact: 

Matt Sharff Head of IR 07854 184 808

Donal McCabe External Communications Director 07795 968 482

Ciaran O'Brien Corporate Affairs Director  07976 180 173