Directorate Change

Centrica PLC
                  

23 September 2004

Changes to the Board of Centrica plc

Centrica plc is pleased to announce that Paul Rayner has been appointed a
Non-Executive Director of the company, effective

23 September 2004. Mr Rayner, who is Finance Director of British American
Tobacco plc, has also been appointed Chairman of the company's audit committee
and a member of the remuneration committee.

Roger Carr, Chairman of Centrica, said: 'This appointment further strengthens
and complements the composition of the Board. Paul has very considerable and
wide-ranging international experience which will be invaluable as we continue to
grow and expand our business both here and overseas.'

Non-Executive Director, Robert G Tobin, from the United States will step down
from the Board to pursue other interests in North America with effect from
today, 23 September 2004. The Chairman said: 'We are very grateful to Bob for
the contribution he has made to the strategic development of the company.'

As previously announced, Roger Wood will step down as Managing Director of the
AA and from the Board of Centrica on completion of the sale of the AA.

The Chairman said: 'Roger has been instrumental in driving the AA's excellent
performance during the five years of Centrica's ownership, which has created
significant value for our shareholders. We're extremely grateful for the
enormous contribution he has made to the development of Centrica and we wish him
well in the future.'

Note: In respect of Paul Rayner's appointment, there are no disclosures to be
made under paragraph 6.F.2(b) to (g) of The Listing Rules.

Enquiries:

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