New Appointment

Slough Estates PLC
15 May 2001


     SLOUGH ESTATES APPOINTS NEW NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Slough Estates today announces the appointment of Mr.
Stephen Howard as a non-executive director.

Stephen Howard is Group Chief Executive of the Cookson Group
plc, an appointment he has held since 1997. He is an
American aged 48 and his other appointments include a non-
executive directorship of Novar plc .

Commenting on his appointment, Slough Estates' Chairman, Sir
Nigel Mobbs, said: 'Stephen Howard's general business
experience and his American background will be a valuable
addition to the Board.'


For further information please contact:

Andrew Best / Emily Bruning   [e-mail]
Shared Value Limited          [e-mail]
020 7321 5010