Director change

Gooch & Housego PLC

(The "Company")

Gooch & Housego PLC, the specialist manufacturer of optical components and systems, today announces the Mr Jan Melles has advised the board that he has decided to step down as a non-executive director of Gooch & Housego PLC with effect from the 31 October 2012. Mr Melles has served as a non-executive director since 1997.

Gareth Jones, Chief Executive of Gooch & Housego commented: -

"On behalf of the board I would like to thank Mr Melles for the tremendous contribution he has made to G&H over the years. His knowledge of our industry and his entrepreneurialism have been invaluable and it is with regret that the time has come for him to step down from the board. We hope that he will be able to continue to contribute to the company in other ways."

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