Sportech PLC
07 March 2007


       
                    Exclusivity Agreement with Ladbrokes plc

            in respect of the potential acquisition of Vernons Pools



Sportech PLC (the "Company" or "Sportech"), the UK's leading football gaming
business, is pleased to announce that it has entered into exclusive negotiations
with Ladbrokes plc regarding the potential acquisition of its Vernons Pools
business by Sportech. The Company has now commenced due diligence and will make
a further announcement in due course.


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For further information:

Sportech PLC
Ian Penrose, Chief Executive 0151 288 3561

Bell Pottinger Corporate & Financial
David Rydell/Emma Kent 020 7861 3232



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