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William Hill PLC
28 October 2003


Tuesday 28th October 2003


Appointment of New Chairman


William Hill plc announces that Charles Scott, 53, will become Non-executive
Chairman from the 1st January 2004.

As previously announced, John Brown is to retire as Non-executive Chairman of
William Hill plc on 31 December 2003 after 44 years service with the company.


Enquiries:

John Brown, William Hill                              020 8918 3910

Ben Brewerton, Brunswick                              020 7404 5959


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