Rank Group PLC
21 March 2007


Rank Group Plc response to Budget statement


'The Rank Group Plc notes with dismay the changes to casino gaming duty
announced in the Budget.


The changes, which have been imposed without prior indication or consultation
with the industry, will have a negative effect on the profit performance of
Rank's casinos.


It is estimated that the increase in casino gaming duty for Rank will be of the
order of £8m on an annual basis.


Enquiries:


Rank Group

Dan Waugh - director of investor relations            01628 504 053

Nick Fox/Lisa Gordon - M Communications               0207 153 1530



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