RNS Number:4539J
West Bromwich Albion PLC
31 March 2003

West Bromwich Albion plc - Response to Press Reports



The Board of West Bromwich Albion plc ('WBA' or the 'Company') notes the recent
press reports regarding the possible purchase by Mr. J. Peace of Mr. P.
Thompson's shareholding in the Company which if it occurs would trigger the
requirement for Mr. J. Peace to make a Mandatory Offer for the Company under
Rule 9 of the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers.



The Board have been advised by Mr. J. Peace that he has held discussions with
Mr. P Thompson with a view to purchasing his shareholding.  This purchase has
not yet taken place.



The Board awaits an announcement by Mr. J. Peace and will contact shareholders
if required in due course.





Enquiries


Mike O'Leary                       West Bromwich Albion               0121 525 8888
Susan Brice                        Arbuthnot                          0121 710 4501



Responsibility Statement



The directors of WBA accept responsibility for the information contained in

this announcement. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the directors of

WBA (who have taken all reasonable care to ensure that such is the case), the

information contained in this announcement is in accordance with the facts and

does not omit anything likely to affect the import of such information.






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