Neil Greig Resigns from the Board of Directors

Smith(David S)(Holdings) PLC
21 January 2000



David S Smith (Holdings) PLC

We regret to announce that Mr Neil Greig (62) has tendered his resignation and
leaves the Board of David S Smith (Holdings) PLC with immediate effect.  Mr
Greig has been a non-executive director since 1988 and the Board wish to thank
him for his valuable contribution during this time.

Contacts:

Stuart Russell                 David S Smith (Holdings) PLC   0207 932 5000
Corporate Services Director

Paul Froud
Group Communications Manager   David S Smith (Holdings) PLC   0207 932 5000