Director Declaration

The Edinburgh Investment Trust plc                       

HEADING: Change in Director's Details

In accordance with Listing Rule 9.6.14, the Board of The Edinburgh Investment
Trust plc announces that, with effect from 26 October 2010, Richard Barfield
has retired as a Director of JPMorgan Overseas Investment Trust plc.

Invesco Asset Management Limited

27 October 2010

Contact: Carolyn Ladd 020 7065 4000