Smith's non-execs buy before year end

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The outgoing non-executive chairman of WH Smith and his replacement have both bought shares in the retailer and distributor prior to the end of its financial year on 31 August.

Robert Walker, who is retiring as non-executive chairman and from the board of the company on 31 August, bought 12,500 shares at 404.58p each and 20,000 shares at 404p each. The total cost is just over £131,000.

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