23rd May 2005 14:20
Go-Ahead Group PLC23 May 2005 23 May 2005 The Go-Ahead Group plc ("Go-Ahead") Response to press speculation The Board of Go-Ahead notes the recent press speculation concerning thepossibility of an offer by Go-Ahead for Southern Vectis plc ("Southern Vectis").This follows the announcement by Southern Vectis on 4 May 2005 that it was indiscussions with a third party, which may or may not lead to an offer being madefor the whole of the issued ordinary share capital of Southern Vectis. The Board of Go-Ahead confirms that it is contemplating a cash offer for thewhole of the issued ordinary share capital of Southern Vectis. There can be nocertainty that an offer for Southern Vectis by Go-Ahead will be forthcoming. Afurther announcement will be made in due course. Enquiries: Weber Shandwick Square Mile (WSSM) 020 7067 0700Richard Hews/Rachel Taylor This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock ExchangeRelated Shares:
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