Directorate Change

Scottish & Southern Energy PLC
18 March 2002


Jim Forbes, Chief Executive, has informed the Board of Scottish and Southern
Energy that he would like to retire during this year.

Jim Forbes said 'SSE is in excellent shape and has a very good management
team.  I believe now is the time to give them the opportunity to meet the
challenges which lie ahead.'

Mr Bruce Farmer, Chairman, said 'Jim Forbes has done a tremendous job in
creating the strong company that is SSE today.  After 38 years service in the
electricity supply industry and 10 years with SSE, the Board respects his wish
to retire and appreciates the flexibility he has given in managing the
transition.'

SSE will make an announcement on succession at the appropriate time.

For further information please contact:

Alan Young, Scottish and Southern Energy: 0870 900 0410
Andrew Dowler, Financial Dynamics: 0207 831 3113


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