Sportech PLC
11 October 2007



Competition Commission clears proposed acquisition of Vernons Football Pools


Sportech PLC (the "Company"), the UK's leading football gaming business, notes
the announcement  that the Company's proposed acquisition of Vernons Football
Pools has been cleared by the Competition Commission.  The Competition
Commission, which published its final decision earlier today, has confirmed that
the proposed acquisition will not lead to a substantial lessening of
competition.

The Company will now seek to conclude its discussions with Ladbrokes PLC (the
owners of Vernons) and a further announcement will be made in due course.

Ian Penrose, Chief Executive, said

"We are delighted that at the end of this lengthy and detailed process, we have
received clearance from the Competition Commission to proceed with the
acquisition of Vernons. We will now look to conclude our negotiations with
Ladbrokes."

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For further information:


Sportech PLC
Ian Penrose, Chief Executive                      0151 288 3561

Bell Pottinger Corporate & Financial
David Rydell / Rosanne Perry                      0207 861 3232



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