11th Mar 2005 09:02
Whitbread PLC11 March 2005 Whitbread plc Statement re: Press Comment Whitbread plc notes the recent press speculation relating to the sale of itsMarriott UK hotel assets. In its Business Review on 28 October 2004, the Companyannounced plans for a partial sale and manage back of its Marriott UK hotels.The Company confirms that it is currently in discussions which may or may notlead to the disposal of some or all of these hotel assets. A further announcement will be made as appropriate. Enquiries: Investor relations:Dan Waugh 020 7806 5442Simon French 020 7806 5432 Press office:Anna Glover 020 7806 5420 ENDS This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock ExchangeRelated Shares:
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