Response to Press Speculation

RNS Number : 1383G

ITV PLC

27 February 2015

 



                                                                                                                                                     27 February 2015

ITV plc

Response to press speculation

The Board of ITV plc (ITV) notes the press speculation regarding a potential acquisition of Talpa Media ("Talpa") by ITV. ITV is continually assessing opportunities to grow and develop its business in line with its strategy, including the assessment of potential acquisitions.

ITV confirms that it is in exclusive discussions regarding an acquisition of Talpa. These discussions may or may not result in agreement of a transaction.

A further announcement will be made when appropriate.

For further enquiries please contact:

Investor Relations

Sharjeel Suleman                                                                         Tel: [phone] or [phone]

Clara Melia                                                                                    Tel: [phone] or [phone]

Media Relations

Mary Fagan                                                                                    Tel: [phone] or [phone]

Mike Large                                                                                     Tel: [phone] or [phone]

 

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