Trading Statement

Latham(James) PLC
04 June 2007



James Latham plc


The Directors are pleased to announce that trading for the year to 31st March
2007 is ahead of market expectations.

Prices for many of the Company's products have continued to strengthen and there
have been shortages in some areas. While volumes are lower as expected, sales
and margins are higher than anticipated.

James Latham plc are due to report the Company's results to 31st March 2007 on
28th June 2007.


Peter Latham
Chairman


4th June 2007

Peter Latham - Chairman                          01442 849100
David Dunmow - Finance Director                  01442 849100
Barrie Newton - Blue Oar Securities Plc          01225 424666




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