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There are 3 kinds of share account:

• bearer accounts: the account is opened by your bank or stockbroker. Your identity is not known to Lafarge unless the Group has requested an Identifiable Bearer Security,  
• administered registered accounts: your shares are registered with Lafarge but your account is opened with your bank or stockbroker. Your identity is known to Lafarge but your financial advisor remains your point of contact,
• direct registered accounts: your shares are held directly with Lafarge. Lafarge has entrusted the management of direct registered accounts to B.N.P. Paribas Securities Services, who are your point of contact.

There are a number of different share codes, both generic and specific.

The generic code ISIN FR0000120537 refers to bearer and registered shares that are listed on Eurolist (Euronext Paris).

The specific codes are sub-categories of generic code FR0000120537. They only apply to registered shares because bearer shares are not entitled to the loyalty dividend.

The specific code:

• FR0000066946 refers to shares registered in direct or administered accounts, no later than 31/12/2005. These shares were entitled to a loyalty dividend in 2008 on the basis of the 2007 profits.
• FR0010399725 refers to shares registered in direct or administered accounts in 2006. For these shares, the 2-year period giving entitlement to the loyalty dividend began on January 1, 2007. These shares will be entitled to the loyalty dividend paid in 2009 on the basis of the 2008 profits.
• FR0010541110 refers to shares registered in direct or administered accounts in 2007. These shares will be entitled to the loyalty dividend in 2010.

The process for buying or selling shares is as follows:

• if your shares are bearer shares or are in an administered registered account: you must place your order with your bank or stockbroker,
• if your shares are in a direct registered account: you can place your order with B.N.P. Paribas Securities Services via the internet on the GISnomi website (https://gisnomi.bnpparibas.com) or by fax, telephone or letter.
  
  

Your order should be clearly worded and contain the following information:

• the name and ISIN code of the shares to be traded,
• the type of transaction (purchase, sale),
• the number of shares to be traded,
• the execution price
• the duration of the order (no later than the end of the month).

The most common stock market orders are:

• "limit" orders, which mean that, if you a buyer, you do not wish to pay more than the stated price and, if you are a seller, you do not want to sell below the stated price. These orders protect you against market fluctuations but involve a risk of non-execution,
• "at best" orders, which contain no indication of a price and are executed at the price determined by the order book. They may be only partially filled. Any surplus is treated as a "limit" order. This type of order is usual for very liquid shares that you wish to buy or sell quickly,
• "market" orders, which contain no indication of a price and can only be completely filled (that is, they cannot be split). In exchange, these orders take priority over other types of orders. They are used to trade securities in very liquid markets. The person placing the order is sure of buying or selling the securities, but takes a risk as to the price of execution.

You must place your order through B.N.P. Paribas Securities Services. There are several possibilities:

• via internet on the GISnomi website (except legal entities, minors and adults without legal capacity): https://gisnomi.bnpparibas.com.
  Your confidential access codes will be sent to you by B.N.P. Paribas Securities Services after your shares are registered in a direct registered account,
• by fax, phone or letter (e-mail is unacceptable). Please refer to the ‘Contacts' section for relevant contact details. In the case of orders placed by fax or telephone, you must send a letter of confirmation to B.N.P. Paribas Securities Services within 48 hours.

In order for your orders to be processed (whichever method is used), B.N.P. Paribas Securities Services must first have received your stock exchange service agreement, duly completed and signed.

To receive the form, please call our hotline (toll-free) on 0800 06 06 46 or connect to the GISnomi website (https://gisnomi.bnpparibas.com). The site contains a number of forms, including the stock exchange service agreement.

The purchase/sale costs include a 0.3% commission on the gross price (no minimum/maximum amount) and a bank commission of 7.62 euros excluding V.A.T.

There are several advantages to a direct registered share account:

• free safe-keeping,
• double voting rights after registered shares have been held for 2 years (period calculated from date to date),
• 10% increase in the dividend after registered shares have been held for 2 years* (period calculated starting from January 1 of the year following the year of registration),
• personalized notice of shareholders' meetings,
• admission to shareholders' meetings upon presentation of an admission card or I.D. card (no certificate of ownership required),
• regular information about the Group. In particular, letters to shareholders are automatically sent to the holder.

* The number of shares giving entitlement to such an increase cannot, for any one shareholder, exceed 0.5% of the total share capital at the closing date of the financial year in question.

Registration must be specifically requested in writing. Send a letter to your bank or stockbroker to request the registration of your shares in an administered registered account or a direct registered account. You can download a model letter below.

The aim of the Shareholders' Club is to tighten links between Lafarge and its shareholders, introducing them first hand to the Group's divisions.

To do this, the Club is offering a range of services and a program of tours reserved for its members.

Membership of the Shareholders' Club is free. To become a member all you need is:

• to be an individual shareholder, not employed by Lafarge,
• to hold at least 50 shares in bearer form,
• or just 1 single registered share.

All shares held by Group employees are registered in a direct registered account and managed by B.N.P. Paribas Securities Services.

You can place your order to buy or sell:

• via the internet on the GISnomi website (except legal entities, minors and adults without legal capacity): https://gisnomi.bnpparibas.com,
• by fax, telephone or letter (e-mail is unacceptable). Please refer to the ‘Contacts' section for relevant contact details. In the case of orders placed by fax or telephone, you must send a letter of confirmation to B.N.P. Paribas Securities Services within 48 hours.

In order for your orders to be processed (whichever method is used), B.N.P. Paribas Securities Services must first have received your stock exchange service agreement, duly completed and signed.

To receive the form, please call our hotline (toll-free) on 0800 06 06 46 or connect to the GISnomi website (https://gisnomi.bnpparibas.com). The site contains a number of forms, including the stock exchange service agreement.

The latest share price, previous prices and fluctuations and interactive charts can all be consulted at the "Price & variation" page on the lafarge.com website:

The loyalty dividend is an additional benefit paid to registered shareholders. It is a "loyalty dividend" because it rewards the loyalty of stable, long-term shareholders. Since 1996, all registered shareholders who have held shares for more than 2 years benefit from this loyalty dividend, which is set at 10% of the normal dividend.

The 2-year period is calculated starting from January 1 of the year following the year of registration.

N.B.: the number of shares giving entitlement to such an increase cannot, for any one shareholder, exceed 0.5% of the total share capital at the closing date of the financial year in question.

The dividend approved by the General Meeting on May 7, 2008 on the basis of 2007 profits is set at €4.00 per share for the normal dividend and €4.40 per share for the loyalty dividend (i.e. +33% vs. the previous year.)

The last dividend payment was made on May 26, 2007 on the basis of the 2007 profits (ex-dividend date: May 21, 2008).

The dividend approved by the Shareholder's Meeting on May 7, 2008 on the basis of 2007 profits was set at €4.00 per share for the normal dividend and €4.40 per share for the loyalty dividend.

Be careful, this information summarizes the tax provisions which apply to shareholders, physical persons, and residents for tax purposes in France. For more information, contact your regular tax adviser.

For 2007 income (tax declaration completed in 2008):

The tax relief on chargeable income is reduced to 40% of the dividend received, and remains without a ceiling. The tax relief depending on your personal situation is increased:

• to 1,525 euros per year for single persons,
• to 3,050 euros per year for married couples.

The tax credit remains equal to 50% of the dividend received and is subject to a ceiling of:

• 115 euros for a single person,
• 230 euros for a married couple.

The new tax credit is deducted from income tax and gives rise to a repayment if in excess of the amount of that tax.

For 2008 income (tax declaration completed in 2009):

The great novelty of the regime applicable in 2008 is the possibility to pay a final flat tax of 29% (which includes 11% of various social security contribtions) on the gross dividend received as of January 1st, 2008, as provided in Article 117c of the C.G.I.

However, if the taxpayer elects for this regime he will not benefit from any of the tax reliefs and tax credit usually applicable and described above.

In case the taxpayer does not choose the flat option, the regime applicable to income for 2007 would apply.

For gains made in 2007 (tax declaration completed in 2008):

The tax provisions applicable to capital gains on sales of negotiable securities realized in 2007 set the level of tax on chargeable capital gains at 27% (including 11% of various social security contributions) when the annual amount of the sales is in excess of 20,000 euros.

The tax provisions applicable to capital gains on the sale of negotiable securities realized with effect from January 1st, 2006 introduce a new system giving progressive tax exemption for capital gains arising from share sales. We draw your attention to the fact that this exemption does not apply to the social security contribution (currently 11%).

When shares have been held for 5 years, an exemption of one third per year is granted as from the 6th year, so that complete exemption is achieved after 8 years of continuous ownership. This system also applies to losses on the sale of shares, hence corresponding losses can only be deducted for 8 years rather than 10.

The period of ownership of shares acquired before January 1st, 2006 is calculated with effect from that date: total exemption cannot be acquired before 2014.

The various social security contributions are maintained.

Example:

• Until the 5th year of ownership: tax charge of 27%.
• In the 6th year of ownership: tax charge of 21.67%.
• In the 7th year of ownership: tax charge of 16.33%.
• After the end of the 7th year of ownership: tax charge of 11%.

Capital gains arising on the sale of shares registered in share savings schemes are not liable to tax, when the legal conditions are satisfied.

For gains made in 2008 (tax declaration completed in 2009):

Article 75 of the finance law for 2008 states that the threshold for taxation of capital gains for tax revenues in 2008 is 25,000 euros.

It is reminded that when assessing the capital gains threshold for tax purposes, it is necessary to take into account all the operations carried out by members of the household, directly or through intermediaries.

In case of an exceptional change in the personal, family or professional taxpayer's situation, the threshold will be assessed by reference to the average proceeds of the year and the previous 2 years.

In addition, the rate of 16% applicable to capital gains generated in 2007 was increased by 2%; therefore gains realized in 2008 and taxable in 2009 will have an effective tax rate of 29% (18% and 11% social).

The value to be used for Lafarge shares in the estimated declaration of property in 2007 is either:

• the last quoted price on December 31, 2007: €124.50, or
• the average of the closing prices during the last 30 stock market sessions of 2007: €113.79.

The last Shareholders' Meeting was held on Wednesday May 7, 2008 at the Salle Pleyel in Paris, France.

The next Shareholders' Meeting will be held on May 6, 2009.

All shareholders have the right to attend General Meetings, regardless of the number of shares they hold.

Full documentation enabling you to take part in the meeting will be sent to you automatically if:

• you hold registered shares, or
• you hold at least 200 bearer shares.

In other cases, you will need to ask your bank or stockbroker for the meeting documentation.

It is not necessary to block your shares with the relevant financial agent to be able to vote on resolutions at shareholders' meetings.

The Individual shareholders' consultative committee was created in 1995. It is designed to:

• improve the Group's financial communications with individual shareholders,
• engage with shareholders and be attentive to their expectations,
• inform and educate individual shareholders.

In particular, it is consulted during the preparation of the Annual General Meeting and shareholder publications. The Committee meets 3 times per year. The term of office is fixed at 4 years.

Members are nominated following a call for applications and an interview with the Individual Shareholder Relations Manager.

There are several ways to find out about past and upcoming Group events:

• you can consult the shareholders' agenda and Group agenda,
• you can subscribe to e-mail alerts to receive Lafarge news and plans for upcoming Group events,
• you can use the R.S.S feed to receive real-time notification of website updates and ensure you always have the latest information.

All documentation - financial reports (annual, interim, etc.), reference documents, press releases and press kits, shareholder publications and much more - can be consulted and downloaded on the lafarge.com website.

You can also contact the Group's Individual Shareholder and Investor Relations team.

For more information about Lafarge's capital structure, please visit the relevant page on this website: