Media Speculation on Potential Acquisition of Crown Castle’s UK Towers Business

25/06/2004

National Grid Transco (“NGT”) notes recent speculation regarding a potential acquisition of the UK operations of Crown Castle International Corp (“Crown Castle”).

NGT confirms that it has entered into discussions with Crown Castle.

Further announcements will be made as appropriate.

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