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Hartford Group PLC
25 May 2004



Hartford Group plc
Board Appointment


The Board of Hartford Group Plc is pleased to announce the appointment of
Christopher David Poil BA, AIMR as a non-executive director, with immediate
effect.


Christopher Poil, aged 39, has 14 years experience in the Investment Management
Industry.  Christopher was a Director of Mercury Asset Management and most
recently Head of UK Equities at ING Baring Asset Management.


His experience with smaller companies, the finance industry, and corporate
governance will be of significant benefit to the Board, as Hartford continues
its development into a profitable, drinks-led licensed retailer.


The directorships held by Christopher, over the five years preceding the date of
appointment, are as follows:

                                                             
Current :   None.
Previous : ING Baring Asset Management Ltd.


There are no other matters which are required to be announced pursuant to
paragraph (f) of Schedule 2 to the AIM Rules.



Commenting on the Board appointment, Stephen Thomas, Chairman of Hartford, said:

 "The Board is delighted that Chris Poil is joining the existing team.  The
expertise he brings with him will assist in widening the opportunities for the
Hartford Group."


25 May 2004


Enquiries:


Hartford Group PLC                                    Tel:      020 7269 6370
Stephen Thomas, Chairman

James Kowszun, Chief Executive

College Hill
Justine Warren                                        Tel:      020 7457 2020

Sam Allen






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