Directorate Change

Barr(A.G.) PLC
27 May 2003


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                     27 May 2003

                                A.G.BARR p.l.c.

                            Resignation of Director

A.G.Barr p.l.c. today announces that James Dawson has resigned as Sales and
Marketing Director with immediate effect.

His responsibilities will be taken on by Roger White, prior to a permanent
replacement being found.

For further information:

A.G. Barr
Roger White                                   Tel: [phone]

Buchanan Communications:
Tim Thompson/Nicola Cronk                     Tel: [phone]


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