BERLIN, Connecticut, April 23, 2008 – The Connecticut Light and Power Company (CL&P) has declared regular quarterly dividends on two issues of its preferred stock.
Holders of the 3.90% Series preferred stock as of the close of business on May 9, 2008, will receive a dividend of $0.4875 per share on June 1, 2008.
Holders of the 1963 4.50% Series preferred stock as of the close of business on May 9, 2008, will receive a dividend of $0.5625 per share on June 1, 2008.
The Connecticut Light and Power Company (CL&P), Connecticut’s largest electric utility, provides safe and reliable electric service to nearly 1.2 million customers in 149 cities and towns across the state. With about 1,800 employees and annual revenues of approximately $3.7 billion, CL&P offers programs and services in energy conservation, economic development, environmental education, and community relations. CL&P is part of the Northeast Utilities System (NYSE: NU). For more information, please visit www.cl-p.com.