Stmnt re Press Comment

UK Coal PLC
24 September 2001


                                                     24 September 2001


                        UK COAL PLC: Re press comment


UK COAL PLC ('UK COAL') notes the recent media speculation regarding a
possible approach.  UK COAL wishes to confirm that it is not in discussions
with any third party and remains committed to delivering on its strategy.


ENDS

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