Statement re. Press Comment

Barclays PLC
19 March 2007


                                                                   19 March 2007

                                  BARCLAYS PLC

                           Statement re Press Comment


Barclays PLC notes the recent press speculation in relation to ABN AMRO Holding
N.V.

An announcement clarifying the position will be made before open of business
tomorrow.


                                      ENDS


Contacts:
Media Enquiries                         Investor Enquiries
Stephen Whitehead                       Mark Merson
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