Trading Statement

Latham(James) PLC
18 November 2004

The Board of James Latham plc is pleased to inform shareholders that, following
a strong second quarter, the Company's trading is currently ahead of market
expectations.

The Interim Results for the six months to 30 September 2004 are expected to be
announced on Tuesday 7th December 2004.


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