Directorate Change

British Land Co PLC
19 September 2007


The British Land Company PLC announces that Robert Bowden (64), Property
Investment Director at British Land, will step down from the Board and will
leave the Company on 31st December 2007. His responsibilities are assumed by
Andrew Jones (39), Executive Director and Head of Retail and Tim Roberts (43),
Executive Director and Head of Offices.

Bob Bowden has been an important contributor to the Company's success since he
joined British Land in 1992. He has been an Executive Director since 1997.

Stephen Hester, Chief Executive of British Land comments:

"We are sad that Bob is retiring and owe him our deep gratitude and
appreciation. He has served the Company with great distinction for many years
and leaves having smoothly and effectively handed over his responsibilities to
the next generation."

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