Statement regarding discussions with Lloyds Banking Group

Statement regarding discussions with Lloyds Banking Group

Released: 15 October 2009

Rathbones confirms that it is in discussions with Lloyds Banking Group (“LBG”) in relation to the potential acquisition of certain assets relating to non core private client discretionary investment management activities within LBG’s Wealth and International Division, principally the Bank of Scotland Portfolio Management Service. Discussions are ongoing but there is no certainty that any transaction will proceed.

A further announcement will be made if appropriate in due course.

For further information contact:

Rathbone Brothers Plc
Tel: 020 7399 0000
email: marketing@rathbones.com

Brunswick
Tel: 020 7404 5959
email: rathbones@brunswickgroup.com

Andy Pomfret, Chief Executive
Paul Stockton, Finance Director
Emily Morris, Marketing Director

Kate Holgate/Claire Gore

Rathbone Brothers Plc
Rathbone Brothers Plc is a leading independent provider of high-quality, personalised investment and wealth management services for private investors, charities and trustees. This includes discretionary investment management, tax and financial planning, and unit trusts.

Rathbones has nearly 700 staff in 10 UK locations and Jersey, and has its headquarters in New Bond Street, London.

Rathbone Brothers Plc - Incorporated and registered in England and Wales. Registered Office: 159 New Bond Street, London W1S 2UD. Registered Number 1000403.