Directors' report

The directors are pleased to present their report to shareholders of Rio Tinto plc and Rio Tinto Limited, together with the Summary financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2006.

Part 1
Dual listed structure
Memorandum and articles of association
Activities and business review
Share capital, buybacks and options

Part 2
Dividends
Annual general meetings
Directors
Remuneration of directors and executives
Secretaries
Indemnities and insurance
Employment policies and communication
Corporate governance
Donations
Governmental regulations
Environmental regulation

Part 3
Legal proceedings
Exploration, research and development
Auditors and disclosure of information to auditors
Principal accountant fees and services
Financial instruments
Value of land
Creditor payments
Income and Corporation Taxes Act 1988
Directors' attendance at board and committee meetings during 2006