Re. Trading Update

Michael Page International PLC
09 December 2002



9 December 2002


                        Pre Close Period Trading Update


Michael Page International plc, the professional recruitment consultancy,
confirms that it remains on track to meet the current consensus of analysts'
earnings estimates for the year ending 31 December 2002.   The Company will be
meeting with analysts and investors this week to provide a trading update ahead
of the close period preceding its preliminary results announcement.


As announced in October, revenues going into the final quarter softened against
a backdrop of weakening business confidence in the UK and Continental Europe and
this trend has continued during the period.  Revenues for the quarter are now
anticipated to be between £42.5m and £44m.  The Company continues to pay close
attention to its cost base.


Commenting, Terry Benson, Chief Executive of Michael Page, said:


"The strength of the Michael Page brand and a tight control of costs are
enabling us to trade relatively well in difficult market conditions.  While we
are preparing for a continuation of the same challenging environment during
2003, we remain committed to maintaining our market presence, making sensible
investments in new business opportunities and technology whilst at the same time
continuing to control costs."




Contacts:

Michael Page International plc
Terry Benson                       Chief Executive                020 7269 2205
Stephen Puckett                    Finance Director               020 7269 2205



Financial Dynamics
David Yates/Richard Mountain                                      020 7831 3113






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