Director Declaration

IMI PLC
11 March 2005

11 March 2005



The Secretary

The Stock Exchange


Dear Sir

Regulatory Announcement - Pursuant to Listing Rule 16.4

Mr K S Beeston's appointment as a Non-executive Director of IMI plc, which was
announced on 7 March 2005, became effective on 8 March 2005 and the following
information is provided pursuant to paragraphs 16.4(a) and (b) of the Financial
Services Authority's Listing Rules.

16.4(a)   -     Other public company directorships

                Serco Group plc
                Ipswich Town Football Club plc

16.4(b)         There are no details to be disclosed pursuant to this provision.



Yours sincerely


John O'Shea

IMI Company Secretary/Solicitor






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