Response to press speculation
Mitchells & Butlers plc (Mitchells & Butlers) notes the recent press speculation regarding the Orchid Group (Orchid).
Mitchells & Butlers confirms that it has entered into exclusive discussions regarding the potential acquisition of the majority of the Orchid estate.
Discussions are ongoing and there can be no certainty that a transaction will be concluded.
A further announcement will be made in due course as appropriate.
