RNS Number:3118K
Thorntons PLC
24 April 2003


Embargoed until 7.00 am 24 April 2003


                                 Thorntons PLC


Thorntons PLC is pleased to announce the appointment of Numis Securities Limited
as its broker with immediate effect.


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