Statement re press comment

C&C Group Plc
13 April 2006


Statement re Press Comment

C&C Group plc has noted the recent press speculation concerning the future of
Tayto Limited.


C&C Group is currently undertaking a strategic review of Tayto and has retained
IBI Corporate Finance Limited to assist it in this regard. However, the
strategic review process is at an early stage and there can be no certainty that
any transaction in relation to Troy will ultimately occur.


A further announcement will be made in due course.


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About C&C Group plc


C&C Group is one of the largest manufacturers, marketers and distributors of
branded beverages in Ireland and Northern Ireland and savoury snacks in Ireland.
The Group owns several of Ireland's most recognised beverage and savoury
snacks brands, with leading market shares in various segments of the Irish
beverage and savoury snacks markets, including Bulmers cider, Ballygowan bottled
water, Club soft drinks and Troy crisps.  Additionally, the Group distributes in
Ireland several leading international brands owned by third parties, such as 7UP
and Pepsi soft drinks and a wide-ranging portfolio of wines and spirits.  In
addition to its Irish operations, the Group exports spirits and liqueurs to over
80 overseas markets and exports Magners cider to the United Kingdom, the United
States and Continental Europe.




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