LONDON, Aug. 9, 2001 (PRIMEZONE) -- Scoot.com Plc (Nasdaq:SCOPE) releases this statement in response to the recent press speculation, regarding a potential imminent sale of Loot by Scoot, the Company confirms that, as part of its strategic review and as announced in Supplementary Listings Particulars issued to shareholders on Aug. 1, 2001, it is in discussions with interested parties regarding the sale of the Loot business. The Company will accordingly make a further announcement as and when appropriate.