Director Declaration

Close Brothers Group PLC
10 August 2004


                            CLOSE BROTHERS GROUP plc

                     APPOINTMENT OF NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

In relation to the appointment of Douglas Paterson and James Williams on 29th
July 2004, there are no details requiring disclosure under paragraphs 6.F.2 (b)
to (g) of the UKLA Listing Rules.



Enquiries:

Close Brothers Group plc                         020 7655 3100
Robin Sellers, Company Secretary



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