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RNS Number:8842E
Hill & Smith Hldgs PLC
01 October 2007


Director's Additional Appointment

In accordance with Listing Rule 9.6.14, Hill & Smith Holdings PLC announces that
David Grove, Executive Chairman, has been appointed a non-executive director of
Headlam Group plc ("Headlam"), and will be joining the Headlam board with effect
from 19 October 2007.



Enquiries:

John Humphreys
Company Secretary
Hill & Smith Holdings PLC

Tel: 0121 704 7430




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