MEDEVA PLC
22 October 1999
MEDEVA PLC: STATEMENT REGARDING SHARE PRICE MOVEMENT
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As a result of a movement in Medeva's share price, Medeva
announces that it is in preliminary discussions with a third party
which may or may not lead to agreement on the terms of a merger
with the third party. A further announcement will be made when
the outcome to these discussions is clear.
Enquiries
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Lazard Brothers & Co., Limited Tel: 0171 588 2721
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Christopher Fisher