Atalaya Mining Regulatory News (ATYM)

15 December 2014

EMED Mining Public Limited

("EMED" or the "Company")

Management Update

EMED, is today announcing that Mr. John Leach, the Company's Chief Financial Officer, is taking a leave of absence for health reasons. It is expected that Mr Leach will return to his role once his treatment is completed, which is expected to be by the end of January 2015.

In Mr Leach's absence EMED's finance function will be overseen by Mr Alberto Lavandeira Adan, the Company's Chief Operating Officer, supported by David Carrasco, CFO of EMED Tartessus, and George Hadjineophytou, Group Financial Controller - all of whom have been working closely with Mr Leach and all key parties as part of the ongoing discussions to finalise the required financing package.

Ronnie Beevor, Chairman of EMED commented: "On behalf of the Board, I would like to take this opportunity to wish John a speedy recovery and look forward to his return."

Enquiries

For further information on the Company's activities, visit www.emed-mining.com.