SPEEDY HIRE PLC ("SPEEDY" OR "THE GROUP")

RE: DIRECTORAte

The Board of Speedy announces that Dr Chris Masters, a non-executive Director since 13 July 2011, will step down from the Board with immediate effect.

A search is underway for a replacement non-executive Director who will also take on the role of Senior Independent Director and Chairman of the Remuneration Committee. A further announcement will be made in due course.

Jan Åstrand, Chairman, commented:

"On behalf of everyone at Speedy, I would like to thank Chris for his contribution to the Group over the last four years and wish him well in his future endeavours."

Enquiries:

Speedy Hire Plc

James Blair, Company Secretary

01942 720000