Dividend information

In light of the strong trading and cash flow performance during the period ended 31 May 2011, the Board has declared an interim dividend of 0.7p per ordinary share (2010: 0.5p).  The increase reflects the Board's confidence in the Group's future growth prospects and the Board's intent to follow a progressive dividend policy, trending towards a cover of 2.5 times earnings in the near term, taking into account the cash needs of the business.  The final dividend will be paid on 29 September 2011 to shareholders on the register at 2 September 2011.

Preference dividend payments are made on 1 March and 1 September each year.