Disposal

31 October 2012 FIRSTGROUP PLC ("The Group") Disposal in UK Bus Sale of Wigan bus business As part of the Group's stated strategy to reposition its UK Bus division to focus on those areas that offer the greatest potential for growth, we are pleased to announce the sale of our Wigan bus business to Stagecoach Group plc for a consideration of £12.0m. On completion of the sale our Wigan bus depot as well as some leased premises in Wigan bus station, staff facilities and around 120 vehicles and approximately 300 employees will transfer to Stagecoach. Commenting Tim O'Toole, Chief Executive said: "The sale of our Wigan bus business marks continued progress in our programme of selected asset and business disposals as we review the scope and scale of our UK Bus portfolio and reposition it for the longer term. With a clear focus we are working through a detailed plan to recover performance in our UK Bus division and equip the business to achieve sustainable growth and improved returns." Contacts FirstGroup plc: FirstGroup plc: Rachael Borthwick, Group Corporate Communications Director Stuart Butchers, Group Corporate Communications Manager 07771 945432 / 07713 317979

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