Directorate Change

Quintain Estates & Development PLC
22 May 2006



22 May 2006





          Quintain Estates & Development PLC ('Quintain' / 'Company')

                               BOARD ANNOUNCEMENT



The board of Quintain announces that Nick Shattock, the Company's Property
Director, has been appointed Deputy Chief Executive with immediate effect.



In his new role, Mr Shattock will work with Adrian Wyatt, Quintain's Chief
Executive, to oversee the day-to-day management function and further develop the
Company's strategy and operations. Mr Shattock will also continue to head up the
Special Projects division, where he is responsible for driving the Company's
major regeneration projects in Greenwich, Wembley and a number of other
locations across the UK.



Nigel Ellis, Chairman of Quintain, commented:



'The size and potential of our business has grown substantially since flotation,
generating total returns ahead of the sector average for our shareholders. A key
factor behind this success has been our ability to spot excellent opportunities
such as the Greenwich Peninsula and Wembley.



'Nick is a pivotal figure in all aspects of our business and we are delighted
that he has accepted the position of Deputy Chief Executive.'





For further information, please contact:



Quintain
Rebecca Worthington
Tel: [phone]



Financial Dynamics
Stephanie Highett / Dido Laurimore
Tel: [phone]








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