>>> 888 : Confirms receipt of bid from William Hill (prior speculation indicated

Confirms receipt of bid from William Hill (prior speculation indicated 210p/shr) 
- Board of the Company confirms that it received an approach regarding a possible offer for the Company by William Hill PLC. There can be no certainty, however, that any firm offer will be made nor as to the terms on which any firm offer might be forthcoming.
- The Company's shareholders will be kept informed of relevant developments and a further announcement will be made as appropriate, but in any event by no later than 28 days from the date of this announcement.