Statement re OFT Decision

25 May 2007 08:42

Sportech PLC25 May 2007 Sportech PLC Sportech PLC continues to pursue proposed acquisition of Vernons football pools Sportech PLC (the "Company"), one of the UK's leading gaming businesses and theUK's leading football pools operator, announces that, in agreement withLadbrokes PLC, it will continue to pursue the proposed acquisition of theVernons football pools business despite the decision made by the Office of FairTrading to refer the merger to the Competition Commission. Sportech will offer its full support and co-operation to the CompetitionCommission during its consultation process. The Company will make a furtherannouncement once the Competition Commission issues its decision, which isexpected by 17 October 2007. ENDS For further information: Sportech PLCIan Penrose, Chief Executive 0151 288 3561 Bell Pottinger Corporate & FinancialDavid Rydell / Emma Kent 0207 861 3232 This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange