Statement re Inside Information

BlackRock North American Income Trust plc

The Directors of BlackRock North American Income Trust plc confirm that they are satisfied that all inside information, which the Directors and BlackRock North American Income Trust plc have leading up to the announcement of results for the year ended 31 October 2016, has previously been notified to a RIS.

Accordingly, the Company may continue to buy back its ordinary shares to be held in treasury or for cancellation until the end of the mandatory closed period which is expected to be on or around 12 December 2016.

Enquiries:

A B Powley
Company Secretary
BlackRock Investment Management (UK) Limited
Tel:  [phone]

Date:  11 November 2016