UTV Media plc Director Shareholding

On 15th May 2012 the following Executive Directors notified the Company of shares purchased on the 15th May 2012 through the Share Incentive Plan (pursuant to regular standing instructions in the SIP scheme).

Executive Director Number of 5p ordinary Total shareholding shares following notification purchased @ £1.34 (includes SIP dividend) J McCann 93 366,727 S Taunton 93 252,490 N McKeown 93 143,763

This notification is made in accordance with DTR 3.1.4R(1)(a).

Name of contact and telephone number for queries: N McKeown 02890262098

For and on behalf of UTV Media plc

N McKeown

Group Finance Director & Company Secretary

15h May 2012