Board Update

Compass Group PLC
15 September 2005

                               Compass Group PLC
                                  Board Update

15 September 2005

Compass Group PLC today announces that Sir Roy Gardner, Chief Executive of
Centrica PLC, has been appointed a Non-Executive Director of the company with
effect from 1 October 2005 when he will also take on the role of Senior
Independent Director. He will become Non-Executive Chairman of the company
during 2006.

Sir Francis Mackay, Chairman of Compass Group, said:

'I am delighted that Roy has agreed to join the Board. Roy's experience will be
a tremendous asset to the Group in the years ahead.'

On behalf of the Nominations Committee, Peter Cawdron, Deputy Chairman of
Compass Group, commented:

'Roy will bring great energy and drive to the group. He has created enormous
value for shareholders at Centrica and brings with him a wealth of knowledge and
experience, and his leadership will be a tremendous asset for the Group.'



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