RNS Number:4242J
Matalan PLC
31 March 2003

Monday 31st March 2003

                                  Matalan PLC
                          ("Matalan" or "the Company")

                              Director Declaration



Following the appointment of John King as Group Chief Executive, and thereby a
director of the Board of Matalan, announced on Tuesday 18th March 2003, the
Company can confirm that there is no further information required under
paragraph 16.4 of the Listing Rules.


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