Statement re Press Comment

DAVID SCOTT RESPONDS TO MEDIA REPORTS REGARDING PATISSERIE VALERIE

Following recent media reports, David Scott, former shareholder and chief executive of Druckers, is keen to highlight that he has no intention to make an offer or otherwise acquire shares in Patisserie Valerie, the company that bought Druckers in 2007.

Commenting, David Scott said; "Despite the media reports, I have not appointed nor do I intend to appoint a company to liaise with shareholders on my behalf and I have no interest in making an offer for or acquiring shares in Patisserie Valerie or any related companies."

This is a statement to which Rule 2.8 of the Takeover Code applies.

ENDS