Change of Name

Lawrence plc (the "Company") Change of Name The Company is pleased to announce that further to the relevant resolutions having been passed at its recent AGM the change of company name to Eco Animal Health Group Plc is now effective. 17 October 2007 Enquires: Lawrence plc Peter Lawrence, Executive Chairman 020 8336 6190 Nominated Adviser & Broker Charles Stanley Securities Philip Davies / Carl Holmes 020 7149 6000