Disposal

James Halstead PLC
15 June 2004


                     JAMES HALSTEAD PLC ANNOUNCES DISPOSAL


James Halstead plc announced today that it has sold its subsidiary Belstaff
International Limited together with several brands.


Until 1990, this subsidiary manufactured clothing in the UK but since then it
has operated several licence agreements in respect of the intellectual property.
Licensing arrangements have been in place for wax cotton jackets, golf-wear
and general leisure wear in the UK and in Europe.  One of these licensees, based
in Italy, has acquired these brands and the subsidiary.

Currently, James Halstead's subsidiary, Phoenix Distribution (NW) Limited
markets some of its motorcycle clothing under one of the brands and the disposal
will not immediately affect this arrangement.  The Italian company will be more
active in the design and sourcing of motorcycle wear and Phoenix is well placed
to continue distribution of motorcycle clothing.

The total consideration receivable, after costs, is in the region of £10
million.  In the year to 30th June 2003, the group accounts included £852,000
received in respect of royalties.  The royalty stream derived from these
activities by James Halstead plc will cease as a result of this disposal.



15 June 2004

For further information:

Gordon Oliver, Finance Director, James Halstead plc;    0161 767 2500; or

Philip Johnson, Director, Westhouse Securities LLP;  0161 838 9140




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