Stmnt re Press Comment

Brainspark PLC 30 July 2001 Brainspark plc ('Brainspark' or 'the Company') The board of directors of Brainspark notes the recent press speculation regarding the Company and confirms that it is in the early stages of discussions with a number of parties. These discussions may or may not lead to an offer being made for the Company. Shareholders will be kept informed of developments. For further information contact: Brainspark (020 7843 6600) Stewart Dodd David Hart Citigate Dewe Rogerson (020 7638 9571) Martin Jackson / Charles Vivian