Trading Statement

14 Jul 2005 14:49

VTR PLC14 July 2005 VTR plc Trading Update In common with many sectors of the media and advertising industry VTR plc's lastquarter performance to the end of June has been disappointing and the directorsnow anticipate a loss for the full year to August 2005 in line with marketawareness. The Board proposes a further update to shareholders in September on steps beingtaken to restore profitable performance in the longer term, recognising currentmarket conditions. 14 July 2005 Enquires: Paul TraceyManaging Director Peter Samengo-TurnerGroup Finance Director VTR plc020 7437 0026 Philip DaviesCharles Stanley & Co. Limited020 7739 8200 This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange