26 May 2015

Laura Ashley Holdings plc (the "Company")

Resignation of Company's Auditor

The Company announces the resignation of Chantrey Vellacott DFK LLP as the Company's auditor with effect from and including 1 May 2015 as a result of the merger of the audit practice of Chantrey Vellacott DFK LLP with Moore Stephens LLP. Moore Stephens LLP will be appointed as the Company's auditor with effect from and including 1 May 2015.

Enquiries:

Seán Anglim                                                     Laura Ashley                            020 7880 5100

Richard Redmayne  / Tim Medak                      Cantor Fitzgerald Europe          020 7894 7000

Anita Scott / Helen Smith                                  Brunswick                                020 7404 5959