Statement re Manned Guarding

Rentokil Initial PLC
08 February 2006



Rentokil Initial plc explores sale of Manned Guarding business


Rentokil Initial plc ('the Company') notes recent press speculation and confirms
that it is exploring the possible disposal of its Manned Guarding business which
provides services in the UK, North America and Belgium.

Manned Guarding is a high quality business with good market positions and a
strong management team.  However the Company believes that there may be other
parties whose strategic focus and/or investment priorities will mean they are
able to realise the full potential of this business.


Enquiries:

John Sunnucks, Kate Holgate, Brunswick Group LLP: 020 7404 5959


Notes to Editors

Rentokil Initial plc is one of the largest business services companies in the
world, operating in all the major economies of Europe, North America, Asia
Pacific and Africa.  The company has some 90,000 employees providing a range of
support services in over 40 countries where the 'Rentokil' and 'Initial' brands
have come to represent innovation, deep expertise and consistent quality of
service. Services include pest control, tropical plants, hygiene services,
facilities services, electronic security and parcels delivery.



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