[06.05.2005]

Acquisition of Optical Mark Systems Limited

Alphameric plc, the provider of end to end solutions for the Leisure and
Hospitality sectors, has acquired the entire issued share capital of Optical
Mark Systems Limited ('OMS').

OMS supplies risk management software, tele-betting systems and internet
solutions to UK bookmakers. Its customers include Coral Racing, Ladbroke Racing,
Turkbet, Chisholm Bookmakers and Jack Brown Bookmakers.

The total consideration being paid is £1,000,000 comprising £700,000 in cash and
405,405 Alphameric plc Ordinary Shares. The Alphameric plc shares comprised
within the consideration are to be held by the vendors of OMS for a minimum
period of twelve months from completion.

Alan Morcombe, Alphameric Chief Executive, commented:

'We are delighted to welcome the OMS team to Alphameric. The acquisition will
expand Alphameric's range of software products, further enhancing our offering
to the bookmakers and introducing new opportunities for the Group.'