I found this announcement dated 18th November :
TBI PLC
18 November 2004
18 November 2004
TBI plc ('TBI' or the 'Company')
The Board of TBI notes the recent share price movement and can confirm that it
has received a preliminary approach which may or may not lead to an offer for
the entire issued and to be issued share capital of the Company. Discussions
are at a preliminary stage and there can be no assurances that agreement can be
reached.
A further announcement will be made when appropriate.