Merger of CGU plc ("CGU") and Norwich Union plc ("Norwich Union")

The Scheme of Arrangement effecting the merger of CGU and Norwich Union became effective today, Tuesday 30th May 2000.

The Scheme of Arrangement effecting the merger of CGU and Norwich Union became effective today, Tuesday 30th May 2000.

In accordance with the terms of the merger, and with effect from today's date:

1. CGU has changed its name to CGNU plc,

2. The following individuals are appointed directors of the Company:

 George PaulDeputy Chairman
 Richard HarveyDeputy Group Chief Executive
 Philip ScottGroup Executive Director, responsible for UK Life
 Mike BiggsGroup Executive Director, responsible for UK General
 Guillermo de la DehesaNon Executive Director
 Sir Michael PartridgeNon Executive Director
 Alan PerelmanNon Executive Director
 Elizabeth VallanceNon Executive Director

3. The following directors retire from the Board of CGNU:

 Louise Botting 
 Sir Tim Lankester 
 The Rt. Hon. Lord Lang of Monkton 
 Peter Ward 

Queries:

Richard Whitaker
Group Company Secretary
CGNU plc
(020) 7662 2051

ENDS

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