Spectris plc

                                 Director Declaration                              

    In accordance with paragraph 9.6.14R of the Listing Rules, Spectris plc
    announces that John Hughes, its Chairman, was appointed as a non-executive
    director of Equinix, Inc. following its acquisition of Telecity Group plc, from
    which Mr Hughes has accordingly stepped down as Executive Chairman with effect
    from 15 January 2016.

    Enquiries:

    Spectris plc

    Claire Spencer

    Assistant Company Secretary

    01784 470 470

    15 January 2016