2009 Highlights

Highlights for the 52 weeks ended 30 December 2009 include the following:

• Strong fourth quarter with higher than average football margins
  
• Robust Retail performance in tough economic conditions
  • OTC gross win -12%
  • Gaming machines gross win +8%
  • OTC gross win margin of 17.7% within normal trading range
• William Hill Online platform for growth established
  • Integration completed
  • Sportsbook net revenue flat but good growth in amounts wagered +19% and customer accounts +30%
  • Gaming net revenue +95% (pro forma +11%)
  • Unique active players +31% and new accounts +28%
• Net debt for covenant purposes reduced by £419.5m to £602.6m, reflecting successful rights issue and strong operating cash flow

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