Statement re: Gala Casinos talks

RNS Number : 3673W

Rank Group PLC

30 January 2012

 

30 January 2012

 

The Rank Group Plc

The Rank Group Plc ("Rank") notes the recent speculation concerning Gala Casinos.  Rank confirms that it is in discussions with Gala Coral Group ("Gala") about a potential acquisition of Gala's casino business.  The terms of any such acquisition have not yet been finalised and there is no certainty that any transaction will occur.

A further announcement will be made in due course.

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