Director Declaration

Smiths Group PLC
12 December 2003

DIRECTOR DECLARATION


Following the announcement on 11 November 2003, Smiths Group plc confirms the
appointment of Mr Peter Jackson as a non-executive director of the Company with
effect from 1 December 2003.  Mr Jackson is currently a director and the Chief
Executive of Associated British Foods plc.  There is no other information which
requires disclosure under paragraphs 16.4 and 16.5 or under sub-paragraphs (b)
to (g) of paragraph 6.F.2 of The Listing Rules of the UK Listing Authority.  Mr
Jackson has no interests in the securities of Smiths Group plc.





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