Acquisition

Morgan Sindall PLC
13 December 2004



Morgan Sindall PLC

('Morgan Sindall')




Acquisition of part of Benson Limited



The Board of Morgan Sindall is pleased to announce that Bluestone, its
construction division, has completed the acquisition of part of Benson Limited,
which went into administration today.  The acquisition comprises three
construction divisions which employ 175 people at three offices in Reigate,
Hatfield and Southampton. Benson Limited provides construction, interior fitting
out, refurbishment and property maintenance services predominantly in the South
East of England.



The total consideration for the acquisition is £3m and is being financed from
existing cash resources.  The division has 38 ongoing contracts and the assets
acquired have an anticipated value of £0.1m.



John Morgan, Chairman, said:

'This deal further strengthens Bluestone's national coverage and provides it
with additional growth opportunities.'

                                                                13 December 2004



ENQUIRIES:

Morgan Sindall plc                                    Tel: [phone]
Paul Smith, Chief Executive
David Mulligan, Finance Director

College Hill                                          Tel: [phone]
Kate Pope/Matthew Gregorowski








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