Re: Broker Appointment

Travis Perkins PLC
02 July 2003


2 July 2003


Immediate Release

                Travis Perkins appoints HSBC as sole broker

The board of Travis Perkins plc announces the appointment of HSBC as sole broker
to the company. In its enlarged role HSBC will provide Travis Perkins with
investment banking as well as corporate broking services.


Issued on behalf of Travis Perkins plc by Tavistock Communications Limited
(Contact Keith Payne, tel: [phone])


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