1 May 2003

Scipher plc

Appointment of financial adviser and broker

Scipher plc is pleased to announce the appointment of Evolution Beeson Gregory
Limited as its financial adviser and broker with immediate effect.

Enquiries:

Scipher plc:

Dr Ken Gray, Chairman Tel: 020 8848 6555

Michael Kendon Tel: 020 8848 6444

Financial Dynamics:

James Melville-Ross Tel: 020 7831 3113

Juliet Clarke Tel: 020 7831 3113



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