LONDON, July 28 /PRNewswire/ -- In a video interview, Pearson CEO Marjorie Scardino reports on a strong start to the year with sales up 14% and operating profit up 38%. She says the momentum within the business remains strong despite the tough economic conditions and outlines why the business should continue to witness good growth in coming years.

Robin Freestone, CFO, re-iterates guidance given at the full year and points to the successful raising of US$900m in spite of the credit crunch and the uncertainty in the US capital markets.

In addition to these interviews there will be a live presentation to analysts at 09:00 BST.

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