Final Distribution July 2009

The liquidator of LOOT has announced that they are now in a position to conclude the liquidation of LOOT and that a final meeting will be held on 10 July 2009.

The Company was put into liquidation following the passing of a resolution to voluntarily wind up the Company on 15 October 2008. The liquidators made the first interim distribution of £1.6633 per share in October 2008. They are now able to make a final distribution from the liquidation. Currently the estimated amount is £0.0139. The final amount will be notified to shareholders with the final distribution cheque that should be despatched in July 2009. Cheques received should be presented for payment within six months of receipt as otherwise the money will be lodged with the Accountant of Court.

For tax purposes, this distribution is deemed to be a return of capital and may have capital gains consequences for you depending on your personal circumstances. You must seek your own independent advice on this matter is you have any questions on this as we are unable to advise you.

The payment of this distribution will conclude the liquidation as far as shareholders are concerned.

If you were an investor in LOOT through the SVM Investment Trust Savings Scheme as at 15 October 2008 then you will receive a letter from SVM on this. If you have not given SVM any instructions on what to do with LOOT distributions that have been received for you to date and you do not hold any other investments with us then we may close your account and return the balance to you after deduction of the exit charge. If you have withdrawn all cash held on your SVM account then a cheque for the final distribution will be forwarded to you shortly.

An EGM was convened on 15 October 2008 and shareholders voted to approve the voluntary winding up of the company. The trust is no longer available for investment. For further information contact 0800 0199 110.

Please note that if you invested in LOOT thorough our Savings Scheme then you must advise us in writing of what you want to do with the proceeds we hold for you. If you would like to discuss the options available please call us on 0800 0199 110.

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