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                     The applicable pricing supplement and prospectus for your RBS ETNs will describe material risks related to an
                     investment in RBS ETNs. These risks include the following:


[] Credit risk of the issuer.  All payments on RBS ETNs will depend on the
ability of the relevant Issuer to pay its obligations when due.  RBS ETNs
issued by RBS N. V.  and RBS plc are also fully and unconditionally guaranteed
by RBS Holdings and RBS Group, respectively.  As such, if the relevant Issuer
fails to make any required payments on the ETNs, your receipt of such payments
will depend on the ability of the applicable guarantor to pay its obligations.
RBS ETNs do not guarantee any return to you of the principal invested.  RBS
ETNs are not FDIC insured.

[] Market Risk.  The return on an RBS ETN will depend on the performance of the
underlying market measure(s) which it tracks.  The underlying market measure(s)
may perform poorly, resulting in a negative impact on the RBS ETN and may
result in a loss to the investor.

[] Investor Fee. The amount payable at maturity or upon early repurchase or
redemption of your ETNs is reduced by the aggregate investor fee applicable to
your ETNs.  As a result, the level of the underlying market measure(s) to which
your ETNs are linked must increase by an amount sufficient to offset such in
order for you to receive at least the face amount of your investment at
maturity or upon early repurchase or redemption.  If the level of the
underlying market measure(s) decreases or does not increase sufficiently, you
will receive less, and possibly significantly less, than the face amount of
your investment at maturity or upon early repurchase or redemption.

[] Liquidity risk.  Even though RBS ETNs are expected to be listed on a U. S.
securities exchange, there is no guarantee that the listing will be maintained
or that a secondary market will develop.  The relevant Issuer is not required
to maintain any  listing of RBS ETNs on any securities exchange.

[] Restrictions.  on your ability to offer RBS ETNs for repurchase by the
issuer.  Through your broker, you may offer RBS ETNs for repurchase by the
relevant Issuer only if minimum amounts are offered and certain procedures
described in the applicable pricing supplement are followed.

[] Call risk.  The relevant Issuer also has the right to redeem your ETNs at
its option.  If the relevant Issuer elects to repurchase your ETNs at its
option, you may not be able to reinvest the proceeds that you receive in
another investment comparable to the RBS ETNs.

[] Uncertain tax treatment Significant aspects of the U. S.  federal income tax
treatment of the ETNs are uncertain, and the Internal Revenue Service or a
court might not agree with the tax consequences described in the applicable
pricing  supplement.

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                     Yes. Yes. The market price for an RBS ETN may, at any time, be higher or lower than its redemption value for
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                     their indicative value. However, we cannot assure you that arbitrageurs will use the repurchase feature in this
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                     The market price of an RBS ETN is the bid or ask price for that ETN as quoted on the relevant U.S. securities
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                     ETN, as well various other factors, including market conditions and the issuer's actual or perceived
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the relevant Issuer to the investor if the ETN were to be repurchased or
redeemed by such Issuer either prior to or on the maturity date. The redemption
value for an RBS ETN on any given day will depend on the performance of the
underlying market measure(s) which the ETN tracks, less the applicable investor
fee and repurchase fee. The applicable pricing supplement and prospectus
describe how this amount is determined for the relevant RBS ETNs. The daily
redemption value for each outstanding RBS ETN will be published on
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The Royal Bank of Scotland plc (RBS plc), The Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc,
The Royal Bank of Scotland N.V. (RBS N.V.), RBS Holdings N.V. (collectively,
the RBS Entities) have each filed a registration statement (including a
prospectus) with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the offering
of RBS ETNs to which this communication may relate. Before you invest in any
RBS ETNs, you should read the relevant prospectus in such registration
statement and other documents that have been filed with the SEC for more
complete information about the relevant RBS Entities and offerings. You may get
these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at www.sec.gov .
Alternatively, RBS N.V., RBS plc, RBS Securities Inc. or any dealer
participating in the relevant offering will arrange to send you the relevant
prospectus and pricing supplements if you request by calling 1-855-RBS-ETPS
(toll-free).

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Search:               RBS US Mid Cap Trendpilot[] ETN
CUSIP, Text           TRNM
                       Product Detail
 Products
 Learn About RBS ETNs
                      The RBS US Mid Cap Trendpilot(TM) ETNs are designed for investors who seek exposure to the RBS US Mid Cap
 Trendpilot(TM) Index (USD)
 About Us             (the "Index"). The Index utilizes a systematic trend-following strategy to provide exposure to either the S and P
 MidCap 400[R] Total Return
                      Index (the "Benchmark Index") or the yield on a hypothetical notional investment in 3-month U.S. Treasury
 bills (the "Cash Rate"),
                      depending on the relative performance of the Benchmark Index on a simple historical moving average basis. If
 the level of the Benchmark
                      Index is at or above its historical 200-Index business day simple moving average for five consecutive Index
 business days (i.e., a "positive
                      trend" is established), the Index will track the return on the Benchmark Index, and will have no exposure to
 the Cash Rate until a negative
                      trend occurs. Conversely, if the level of the Benchmark Index is below such average for five consecutive index
 business days (i.e., a
                      "negative trend" is established), then the Index will track the Cash Rate instead of the return on the
 Benchmark Index and will have no
                      exposure to the Benchmark Index until the next positive trend.

Product Facts                    Codes
                      Exchange   ISIN              US78009L2097
Product type         Traded Note                                   Download Prospectus (661
                          (ETN)  CUSIP                 78009L209   KB)
Current RBS          Benchmark   Ticker                    TRNM
Trendpilot Indicator      Index                                    Download Factsheet (318 KB)
                                 Underlying       RBS US Mid Cap
Exchange name         NYSE Arca                   Trendpilot Index
Daily Redemption       $ 23.6484 Intraday
Value                            Indicative Value       TRNM.IV
                                 Ticker
Shares Outstanding     1,370,000
Issue Size (USD         $ 32,398
000's)
Annual Investor Fee
when Tracking Cash       0.50 %
Rate
Annual Investor Fee
when Tracking            1.00 %
Benchmark Index
Inception Date          01/25/11
Maturity                01/25/41
                       4/18/2012
Last Update          2:00:00 AM


"The Annual Investor Fee" accrues on a daily basis.
"Daily Redemption Value" refers to the price per ETN at which The Royal Bank of
Scotland N.V. shall repurchase any ETNs offered by investors for repurchase
(provided that at least 20,000 ETNs are offered for repurchase) or shall redeem
any ETNs called by it for redemption at its option, in each case, subject to
the terms and conditions described in the pricing supplement and prospectus.
The amount reflects the Daily Redemption Value at the close of the market on
the prior trading day in the United States.
"Shares Outstanding" means to the number of ETN units outstanding at the close
of market on the prior trading day in the United States. "Issue Size (USD
000's)" means an amount equal to the Daily Redemption Value multiplied by
Shares Outstanding.
"Current RBS Trendpilot Indicator" refers to the trend of the Index. The Index
will track the Benchmark Index when it is in a positive trend, and will track
the Cash Rate when it is in a negative trend.

Returns (as of market close 3/30/2012)

The returns indicated below reflects the percentage change through the end of
the previous calendar month in the closing level of the index, the daily
redemption value or the ETN market price, as applicable, from the beginning of
the relevant period (e.g., 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be).
The Index performance information below does not include the annual investor
fee or any transaction costs or expenses. None of the information below should
be taken as any indication of the future performance of the Index or the ETNs.


                  1 mo.  3 mo.  6 mo.   YTD    1 Yr.  Since Inception
----------------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------- ---------------
Index             +1.88% +7.96% +7.96% +7.96% -9.60%     -2.89%
----------------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------- ---------------
Redemption Value  +1.80% +7.72% +7.59% +7.72% -10.30%    -3.81%
----------------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------- ---------------
ETN Market Return +1.77% +7.97% +7.78% +7.97% -10.22%    -3.60%
----------------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------- ---------------




 
 
 

 
 
 


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All Return information presented above is updated once a month and is presented
as of the end of previous calendar month.

"Index" refers to the percentage change in the closing level of the Index from
the month end of the relevant period (e.g., closing level of the Index from
month-end, 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be) through the market
close at the end of the previous calendar month.

"Redemption Value" refers to the percentage change in the Daily Redemption
Value of the RBS ETN from the month end of the relevant period (e.g., the Daily
Redemption Value at month-end, 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be)
through the market close at the end of the previous calendar month.

"ETN Market Return" refers to the percentage change in the closing price of the
RBS ETNs as reported on NYSE Arca from the month end of the relevant period
(e.g., 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be) through the market
close at the end of the previous calendar month.

CERTAIN RISK CONSIDERATIONS: The RBS ETNs involve risks not associated with an
investment in conventional debt securities, including a possible loss of some
or all of your investment. The level of the Index must increase by an amount
sufficient to offset the aggregate investor fee applicable to the RBS ETNs in
order for you to receive at least the principal amount of your investment back
at maturity or upon early repurchase or redemption. The Index may underperform
the Benchmark Index, and is expected to perform poorly in volatile markets.
Liquidity of the market for RBS ETNs may vary over time. The RBS ETNs do not
pay interest. Any payment on the RBS ETNs is subject to ability of The Royal
Bank of Scotland N.V. (RBS NV), as the issuer, and RBS Holdings N.V., as the
guarantor, to pay their respective obligations when they become due. You should
carefully consider whether the RBS ETNs are suited to your particular
circumstances before you decide to purchase them. We urge you to consult with
your investment, legal, accounting, tax and other advisors with respect to any
investment in the RBS ETNs.

The RBS ETNs are not suitable for all investors. You should carefully read the
relevant pricing supplement and prospectus, including the more detailed
explanation of the risks involved in any investment in the RBS ETNs as
described in the "Risk Factors" section of the pricing supplement, before
investing.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Royal Bank of Scotland N.V. (RBS NV) and RBS
Holdings N.V. (RBS Holdings) have filed a registration statement (including a
prospectus) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the
offering of RBS ETNs to which this communication relates. Before you invest in
any RBS ETNs, you should read the prospectus in that registration statement and
other documents that have been filed with the SEC for more complete information
about RBS NV and RBS Holdings, and the offering. You may get these documents
for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC's web site at www.sec.gov. Alternatively,
RBS NV, RBS Holdings, RBS Securities Inc. (RBSSI) or any dealer participating
in the relevant offering will arrange to send you the prospectus and the
pricing supplement at no charge if you request it by calling 1-855-RBS-ETPS
(toll-free).

RBS US Mid Cap Trendpilot(TM) Index (USD) (Index) is the property of The Royal
Bank of Scotland plc, which has contracted with Standard and Poor's Financial
Services LLC (S and P) to maintain and calculate the Index. The S and P MidCap 400[R]
Index is the exclusive property of S and P and has been licensed for use by RBSSI
and its affiliates in connection with the Index. S and P shall have no liability
for any errors or omissions in calculating the Index. "Standard and Poor's[R],"
"S and P[R]" and "S and P MidCap 400[R]" are registered trademarks of S and P. "Calculated
by S and P Custom Indices" and its related stylized mark are service marks of S and P
and have been licensed for use by RBSSI and its affiliates. The RBS ETNs are
not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by S and P or its affiliates, and neither
S and P nor its affiliates make any representation regarding the advisability of
investing in the RBS ETNs.

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Search:               RBS US Large Cap Trendpilot[] ETN
CUSIP, Text           TRND
                       Product Detail
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                      The RBS US Large Cap Trendpilot(TM) ETNs are designed for investors who seek exposure to the RBS US Large Cap
 Trendpilot(TM) Index
 About Us             (USD) (the "Index"). The Index utilizes a systematic trend-following strategy to provide exposure to either
 the S and P 500[R] Total Return
                      Index (the "Benchmark Index") or the yield on a hypothetical notional investment in 3-month U.S. Treasury
 bills (the "Cash Rate"),
                      depending on the relative performance of the Benchmark Index on a simple historical moving average basis. If
 the level of the Benchmark
                      Index is at or above its historical 200-Index business day simple moving average for five consecutive Index
 business days (i.e., a "positive
                      trend" is established), the Index will track the return on the Benchmark Index, and will have no exposure to
 the Cash Rate until a negative
                      trend occurs. Conversely, if the level of the Benchmark Index is below such average for five consecutive Index
 business days (i.e., a
                      "negative trend" is established), then the Index will track the Cash Rate instead of the return on the
 Benchmark Index and will have no
                      exposure to the Benchmark Index until the next positive trend.

Product Facts                    Codes
                      Exchange   ISIN                US78009L3087
Product type         Traded Note                                     Download Prospectus (867
                          (ETN)  CUSIP                  78009L308    KB)
Current RBS          Benchmark   Ticker                      TRND
Trendpilot Indicator      Index                                      Download Factsheet (318 KB)
                                 Underlying       RBS US Large Cap
Exchange name         NYSE Arca                     Trendpilot Index
Daily Redemption       $ 26.5841 Intraday
Value                            Indicative Value         TRND.IV
                                 Ticker
Shares Outstanding     2,589,000
Issue Size (USD         $ 68,826
000's)
Annual Investor Fee
when Tracking Cash       0.50 %
Rate
Annual Investor Fee
when Tracking            1.00 %
Benchmark Index
Inception Date          12/06/10
Maturity                12/07/40
                       4/18/2012
Last Update          2:00:00 AM


"The Annual Investor Fee" accrues on a daily basis.
"Daily Redemption Value" refers to the price per ETN at which The Royal Bank of
Scotland N.V. shall repurchase any ETNs offered by investors for repurchase
(provided that at least 20,000 ETNs are offered for repurchase) or shall redeem
any ETNs called by it for redemption at its option, in each case, subject to
the terms and conditions described in the pricing supplement and prospectus.
The amount reflects the Daily Redemption Value at the close of the market on
the prior trading day in the United States.
"Shares Outstanding" means to the number of ETN units outstanding at the close
of market on the prior trading day in the United States. "Issue Size (USD
000's)" means an amount equal to the Daily Redemption Value multiplied by
Shares Outstanding.
"Current RBS Trendpilot Indicator" refers to the trend of the Index. The Index
will track the Benchmark Index when it is in a positive trend, and will track
the Cash Rate when it is in a negative trend.

Returns (as of market close 3/30/2012).

The returns indicated below reflects the percentage change through the end of
the previous calendar month in the closing level of the index, the daily
redemption value or the ETN market price, as applicable, from the beginning of
the relevant period (e.g., 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be).
The Index performance information below does not include the annual investor
fee or any transaction costs or expenses. None of the information below should
be taken as any indication of the future performance of the Index or the ETNs.


                  1 mo.   3 mo.   6 mo.   YTD     1 Yr. Since Inception
----------------- ------ ------- ------- ------- ------ ---------------
Index             +3.31% +12.59% +12.60% +12.59% +0.25%    +9.31%
----------------- ------ ------- ------- ------- ------ ---------------
Redemption Value  +3.21% +12.31% +12.17% +12.31% -0.56%    +8.09%
----------------- ------ ------- ------- ------- ------ ---------------
ETN Market Return +3.33% +12.34% +12.16% +12.34% -0.70%    +8.12%
----------------- ------ ------- ------- ------- ------ ---------------


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All Return information presented above is updated once a month and is presented
as of the end of previous calendar month.

"Index" refers to the percentage change in the closing level of the Index from
the month end of the relevant period (e.g., closing level of the Index from
month-end, 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be) through the market
close at the end of the previous calendar month.

"Redemption Value" refers to the percentage change in the Daily Redemption
Value of the RBS ETN from the month end of the relevant period (e.g., the Daily
Redemption Value at month-end, 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be)
through the market close at the end of the previous calendar month.

"ETN Market Return" refers to the percentage change in the closing price of the
RBS ETNs as reported on NYSE Arca from the month end of the relevant period
(e.g., 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be) through the market
close at the end of the previous calendar month.

CERTAIN RISK CONSIDERATIONS: The RBS ETNs involve risks not associated with an
investment in conventional debt securities, including a possible loss of some
or all of your investment. The level of the Index must increase by an amount
sufficient to offset the aggregate investor fee applicable to the RBS ETNs in
order for you to receive at least the principal amount of your investment back
at maturity or upon early repurchase or redemption. The Index may underperform
the Benchmark Index, and is expected to perform poorly in volatile markets.
Liquidity of the market for RBS ETNs may vary over time. The RBS ETNs do not
pay interest. Any payment on the RBS ETNs is subject to ability of The Royal
Bank of Scotland N.V. (RBS NV), as the issuer, and RBS Holdings N.V., as the
guarantor, to pay their respective obligations when they become due. You should
carefully consider whether the RBS ETNs are suited to your particular
circumstances before you decide to purchase them. We urge you to consult with
your investment, legal, accounting, tax and other advisors with respect to any
investment in the RBS ETNs.

The RBS ETNs are not suitable for all investors. You should carefully read the
relevant pricing supplement and prospectus, including the more detailed
explanation of the risks involved in any investment in the RBS ETNs as
described in the "Risk Factors" section of the pricing supplement, before
investing.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Royal Bank of Scotland N.V. (RBS NV) and RBS
Holdings N.V. (RBS Holdings) have filed a registration statement (including a
prospectus) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the
offering of RBS ETNs to which this communication relates. Before you invest in
any RBS ETNs, you should read the prospectus in that registration statement and
other documents that have been filed with the SEC for more complete information
about RBS NV and RBS Holdings, and the offering. You may get these documents
for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC's web site at www.sec.gov. Alternatively,
RBS NV, RBS Holdings, RBS Securities Inc. (RBSSI) or any dealer participating
in the relevant offering will arrange to send you the prospectus and the
pricing supplement at no charge if you request it by calling 1-855-RBS-ETPS
(toll-free).

RBS US Large Cap Trendpilot(TM) Index (USD) (Index) is the property of The
Royal Bank of Scotland plc, which has contracted with Standard and Poor's
Financial Services LLC (S and P) to maintain and calculate the Index. The S and P
500[R] Index is the exclusive property of S and P and has been licensed for use by
RBSSI and its affiliates in connection with the Index. S and P shall have no
liability for any errors or omissions in calculating the Index. "Standard and
Poor's[R]," "S and P[R]" and "S and P 500[R]" are registered trademarks of S and P.
"Calculated by S and P Custom Indices" and its related stylized mark are service
marks of S and P and have been licensed for use by RBSSI and its affiliates. The
RBS ETNs are not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by S and P or its
affiliates, and neither S and P nor its affiliates make any representation
regarding the advisability of investing in the RBS ETNs.

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Search:               RBS Oil Trendpilot[] ETN
CUSIP, Text           TWTI
                       Product Detail
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                      The RBS Oil Trendpilot(TM) ETNs are designed for investors who seek exposure to the RBS Oil Trendpilot[] Index
 (USD) (the "Index"). The
 About Us             Index utilizes a systematic trend-following strategy to provide exposure to either the RBS 12-Month Oil Total
 Return Index (USD) (the
                      "Benchmark Index", as described below) or the yield on a hypothetical notional investment in 3-month U.S.
 Treasury bills (the "Cash
                      Rate"), depending on the relative performance of the Benchmark Index on a simple historical moving average
 basis. If the closing level of
                      the Benchmark Index is at or above its historical 100-Index business day simple moving average for five
 consecutive Index business days
                      (i.e., a "positive trend" is established), the Index will track the return on the Benchmark Index, and will
 have no exposure to the Cash Rate
                      until two Index business days after a negative trend occurs. Conversely, if the closing level of the Benchmark
 Index is below such average
                      for five consecutive Index business days (i.e., a "negative trend" is established) then the Index will track
 the Cash Rate and will have no
                      exposure to the Benchmark Index until two Index business days after the next positive trend occurs.
                      The Benchmark Index utilizes a rules-based methodology to provide exposure to a hypothetical notional
 investment in a series of twelve
                      (12) light sweet crude oil (WTI) futures contracts that are traded on the New York Mercantile Exchange
 ("NYMEX"). The twelve (12)
                      futures contracts comprising the Benchmark Index on any given day will be the futures contract scheduled to
 expire in the immediately
                      following calendar month and futures contracts scheduled to expire in each of the eleven months thereafter.
 The Benchmark Index is
                      rebalanced on a monthly basis so that each of the twelve (12) futures contracts is equally weighted upon each
 rebalancing.

Product Facts                    Codes
                      Exchange   ISIN                   US78009P1277
Product type         Traded Note                                        Download Prospectus (979
                          (ETN)  CUSIP                     78009P127    KB)
Current RBS          Benchmark   Ticker                         TWTI
Trendpilot Indicator      Index                                         Download Factsheet (219 KB)
                                 Underlying          RBS Oil Trendpilot
Exchange name         NYSE Arca                                 Index
Daily Redemption       $ 27.2396 Intraday Indicative          TWTI.IV
Value                            Value Ticker
Shares Outstanding      320,000
Issue Size (USD          $ 8,717
000's)
Annual Investor Fee
when Tracking Cash       0.50 %
Rate
Annual Investor Fee
when Tracking            1.10 %
Benchmark Index
Inception Date          09/13/11
Maturity                09/13/41
Last Update            4/18/2012
                     2:00:00 AM


"The Annual Investor Fee" accrues on a daily basis.
"Daily Redemption Value" refers to the price per ETN at which The Royal Bank of
Scotland plc shall repurchase any ETNs offered by investors for repurchase
(provided that at least 20,000 ETNs are offered for repurchase) or shall redeem
any ETNs called by it for redemption at its option, in each case, subject to
the terms and conditions described in the pricing supplement and prospectus.
The amount reflects the Daily Redemption Value at the close of the market on
the prior trading day in the United States.
"Shares Outstanding" means to the number of ETN units outstanding at the close
of market on the prior trading day in the United States. "Issue Size (USD
000's)" means an amount equal to the Daily Redemption Value multiplied by
Shares Outstanding.
"Current RBS Trendpilot Indicator" refers to the trend of the Index. The Index
will track the Benchmark Index when it is in a positive trend, and will track
the Cash Rate when it is in a negative trend.

Returns (as of market close 3/30/2012)

The returns indicated below reflect the percentage change through the end of
the previous calendar month in the closing level of the index, the daily
redemption value or the ETN market price, as applicable, from the beginning of
the relevant period (e.g., 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be).The
Index performance information below does not include the annual investor fee or
any transaction costs or expenses. None of the information below should be
taken as any indication of the future performance of the Index or the ETNs.


                 1 mo.  3 mo.   6 mo.   YTD   1 Yr. Since Inception
---------------- ------ ------ ------- ------ ----- ---------------
Index            -3.04% +5.57% +10.04% +5.57% N/A     +10.04%
---------------- ------ ------ ------- ------ ----- ---------------
Redemption Value -3.12% +5.31% +9.55%  +5.31% N/A      +9.53%
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 1 mo.

ETN Market Return -2.85%

Source: Bloomberg

3 mo.

+5.12%

6 mo.

9.76%

YTD 1 Yr. Since Inception

+5.12% N/A +9.76%

All Return information presented above is updated once a month and is presented
as of the end of previous calendar month.

"Index" refers to the percentage change in the closing level of the Index from
the month end of the relevant period (e.g., closing level of the Index from
month-end, 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be) through the market
close at the end of the previous calendar month.

"Redemption Value" refers to the percentage change in the Daily Redemption
Value of the RBS ETN from the month end of the relevant period (e.g., the Daily
Redemption Value at month-end, 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be)
through the market close at the end of the previous calendar month.

"ETN Market Return" refers to the percentage change in the closing price of the
RBS ETNs as reported on NYSE Arca from the month end of the relevant period
(e.g., 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be) through the market
close at the end of the previous calendar month.

CERTAIN RISK CONSIDERATIONS: The RBS ETNs involve risks not associated with an
investment in conventional debt securities, including a possible loss of some
or all of your investment. The level of the Index must increase by an amount
sufficient to offset the aggregate investor fee applicable to the RBS ETNs in
order for you to receive at least the principal amount of your investment back
at maturity or upon early repurchase or redemption. The RBS ETNs and the Index
do not provide exposure to spot prices of crude oil and, consequently, may not
be representative of an investment that provides exposure to crude oil. The
Index may underperform the Benchmark Index, and is expected to perform poorly
in volatile markets. Liquidity of the market for RBS ETNs may vary over time.
The RBS ETNs are not principal protected and do not pay interest. Any payment
on the RBS ETNs is subject to the ability of The Royal Bank of Scotland plc
(RBS plc), as the issuer, and The Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc (RBS Group),
as the guarantor, to pay their respective obligations when they become due. You
should carefully consider whether the RBS ETNs are suited to your particular
circumstances before you decide to purchase them. We urge you to consult with
your investment, legal, accounting, tax and other advisors with respect to any
investment in the RBS ETNs.

The RBS ETNs are not suitable for all investors. You should carefully read the
relevant pricing supplement and prospectus, including the more detailed
explanation of the risks involved in any investment in the RBS ETNs as
described in the "Risk Factors" section of the pricing supplement, before
investing.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: RBS plc and RBS Group have each filed a registration
statement (including a prospectus) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange
Commission (SEC) for the offering of RBS ETNs to which this communication
relates. Before you invest in any RBS ETNs, you should read the relevant
prospectus in that registration statement and other documents that have been
filed with the SEC for more complete information about RBS plc and RBS Group,
and the offering. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the
SEC website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, RBS plc, RBS Securities Inc. or any
dealer participating in the offering will arrange to send you the prospectus
and pricing supplement at no charge if you request it by calling 1-855-RBS-ETPS
(toll free).

The Index and the Benchmark Index are the property of RBS plc. The Index and
the Benchmark Index are calculated by NYSE Arca, a wholly-owned subsidiary of
NYSE Euronext. The RBS ETNs, which track the Index and may track the Benchmark
Index, are not issued, sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by NYSE Arca, and
NYSE Arca makes no representation regarding the advisability of investing in
the securities.

NYSE ARCA MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
WITH RESPECT TO THE INDEX OR BENCHMARK INDEX OR ANY DATA INCLUDED THEREIN. IN
NO EVENT SHALL NYSE ARCA HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY SPECIAL, PUNITIVE,
INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS), EVEN IF NOTIFIED
OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

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Search:               RBS NASDAQ-100[R] Trendpilot[] ETN
CUSIP, Text           TNDQ
                       Product Detail
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                      The RBS NASDAQ-100[R] Trendpilot[] ETNs are designed for investors who seek exposure to the RBS NASDAQ-100[R]
 Trendpilot[]
 About Us             Index (USD) (the "Index"). The Index utilizes a systematic trend-following strategy to provide exposure to
 either the NASDAQ-100[R] Total
                      Return IndexSM (the "Benchmark Index") or the yield on a hypothetical notional investment in 3-month U.S.
 Treasury bills (the "Cash
                      Rate"), depending on the relative performance of the Benchmark Index on a simple historical moving average
 basis. If the level of the
                      Benchmark Index is at or above its historical 100-Index business day simple moving average for five
 consecutive Index business days
                      (i.e., a "positive trend" is established), the Index will track the return on the Benchmark Index, and will
 have no exposure to the Cash Rate
                      until a negative trend occurs. Conversely, if the level of the Benchmark Index is below such average for five
 consecutive Index business
                      days (i.e., a "negative trend" is established), then the Index will track the Cash Rate instead of the return
 on the Benchmark Index and will
                      have no exposure to the Benchmark Index until the next positive trend.

Product Facts                    Codes
                      Exchange   ISIN         US78009P1434
Product type         Traded Note                              Download Prospectus (923
                          (ETN)  CUSIP            78009P143   KB)
Current RBS          Benchmark   Ticker               TNDQ
Trendpilot Indicator      Index                               Download Factsheet (334 KB)
                                 Underlying RBS NASDAQ 100
Exchange name         NYSE Arca              Trendpilot Index
Daily Redemption
Value                  $ 29.7302
Shares Outstanding      280,000
Issue Size (USD
000's)                   $ 8,324
Annual Investor Fee
when Tracking Cash       0.50 %
Rate
Annual Investor Fee
when Tracking            1.00 %
Benchmark Index
Inception Date          12/08/11
Maturity                12/13/41
Last Update            4/18/2012
                     2:00:00 AM


"The Annual Investor Fee" accrues on a daily basis.
"Daily Redemption Value" refers to the price per ETN at which The Royal Bank of
Scotland plc shall repurchase any ETNs offered by investors for repurchase
(provided that at least 20,000 ETNs are offered for repurchase) or shall redeem
any ETNs called by it for redemption at its option, in each case, subject to
the terms and conditions described in the pricing supplement and prospectus.
The amount reflects the Daily Redemption Value at the close of the market on
the prior trading day in the United States.
"Shares Outstanding" means to the number of ETN units outstanding at the close
of market on the prior trading day in the United States. "Issue Size (USD
000's)" means an amount equal to the Daily Redemption Value multiplied by
Shares Outstanding.
"Current RBS Trendpilot Indicator" refers to the trend of the Index. The Index
will track the Benchmark Index when it is in a positive trend, and will track
the Cash Rate when it is in a negative trend.

Returns (as of market close 3/30/2012)

The returns indicated below reflect the percentage change through the end of
the previous calendar month in the closing level of the index, the daily
redemption value or the ETN market price, as applicable, from the beginning of
the relevant period (e.g., 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be).The
Index performance information below does not include the annual investor fee or
any transaction costs or expenses. None of the information below should be
taken as any indication of the future performance of the Index or the ETNs.


                  1 mo.   3 mo.  6 mo.  YTD    1 Yr. Since Inception
----------------- ------ ------- ----- ------- ----- ---------------
Index             +5.07% +21.24% N/A   +21.24% N/A     +21.03%
----------------- ------ ------- ----- ------- ----- ---------------
Redemption Value  +4.98% +20.94% N/A   +20.94% N/A     +20.65%
----------------- ------ ------- ----- ------- ----- ---------------
ETN Market Return +4.63% +22.35% N/A   +22.35% N/A     +20.83%
----------------- ------ ------- ----- ------- ----- ---------------


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All Return information presented above is updated once a month and is presented
as of the end of previous calendar month.

"Index" refers to the percentage change in the closing level of the Index from
the month end of the relevant period (e.g., closing level of the Index from
month-end, 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be) through the market
close at the end of the previous calendar month.

"Redemption Value" refers to the percentage change in the Daily Redemption
Value of the RBS ETN from the month end of the relevant period (e.g., the Daily
Redemption Value at month-end, 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be)
through the market close at the end of the previous calendar month.

"ETN Market Return" refers to the percentage change in the closing price of the
RBS ETNs as reported on NYSE Arca from the month end of the relevant period
(e.g., 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be) through the market
close at the end of the previous calendar month.

CERTAIN RISK CONSIDERATIONS: The RBS ETNs involve risks not associated with an
investment in conventional debt securities, including a possible loss of some
or all of your investment. The level of the Index must increase by an amount
sufficient to offset the aggregate investor fee applicable to the RBS ETNs in
order for you to receive at least the principal amount of your investment back
at maturity or upon early repurchase or redemption. The Index may underperform
the Benchmark Index, and is expected to perform poorly in volatile markets.
Liquidity of the market for RBS ETNs may vary over time. The RBS ETNs are not
principal protected and do not pay interest. Any payment on the RBS ETNs is
subject to the ability of The Royal Bank of Scotland plc, as the issuer, and
The Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc, as the guarantor, to pay their respective
obligations when they become due. You should carefully consider whether the RBS
ETNs are suited to your particular circumstances before you decide to purchase
them. We urge you to consult with your investment, legal, accounting, tax and
other advisors with respect to any investment in the RBS ETNs.

The RBS ETNs are not suitable for all investors. You should carefully read the
relevant pricing supplement and prospectus, including the more detailed
explanation of the risks involved in any investment in the RBS ETNs as
described in the "Risk Factors" section of the pricing supplement, before
investing.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Royal Bank of Scotland plc (RBS plc) and The Royal
Bank of Scotland Group plc (RBS Group) have filed a registration statement
(including a prospectus) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
for the offering of RBS ETNs to which this communication relates. Before you
invest in any RBS ETNs, you should read the prospectus in that registration
statement and other documents that have been filed by RBS plc and RBS Group
with the SEC for more complete information about RBS plc and RBS Group, and the
offering. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC's
web site at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, RBS plc, RBS Securities Inc. (RBSSI) or
any dealer participating in the offering will arrange to send you the
prospectus and the pricing supplement at no charge if you request it by calling
1-855-RBS-ETPS (toll free).

NASDAQ[R], OMX[R], NASDAQ OMX[R], NASDAQ-100[R], NASDAQ-100 Index[R] and
NASDAQ-100[R] Total Return IndexSM are registered trademarks and service marks
of The NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc. and are licensed for use by RBS plc.

The Index is the property of RBS plc. RBS plc has contracted with The NASDAQ
OMX Group, Inc. (which with its affiliates and subsidiaries is referred to as
the "Corporations") to calculate and maintain the Index, either directly or
through a third party. Currently, the Index is calculated and maintained by
Standard and Poor's ("S and P") on behalf of The NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc. S and P and the
Corporations shall have no liability for any errors or omissions in calculating
the Index. The RBS ETNs, which are based on the Index, have not been passed on
by the Corporations or S and P as to their legality or suitability and are not
sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by the Corporations or S and P. THE
CORPORATIONS AND S and P MAKE NO WARRANTIES AND BEAR NO LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO
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CUSIP, Text           TBAR
                       Product Detail
 Products
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                      The RBS Gold Trendpilot(TM) ETNs are designed for investors who seek exposure to the RBS Gold Trendpilot(TM)
 Index (USD) (the "Index").
 About Us             The Index utilizes a systematic trend-following strategy to provide exposure to either the Price of Gold
 Bullion (as defined below) or the
                      yield on a hypothetical notional investment in 3-month U.S. Treasury bills (the "Cash Rate"), depending on the
 relative performance of the
                      Price of Gold Bullion on a simple historical moving average basis. If the Price of Gold Bullion is at or above
 its historical 200-Index
                      business day simple moving average for five consecutive Index business days (i.e., a "positive trend" is
 established), the Index will track
                      the return on the Price of Gold Bullion, and will have no exposure to the Cash Rate until a negative trend
 occurs. Conversely, if the Price
                      of Gold Bullion is below such average for five consecutive index business days (i.e., a "negative trend" is
 established), then the Index will
                      track the Cash Rate instead of the return on the Price of Gold Bullion and will have no exposure to the Price
 of Gold Bullion until the next
                      positive trend.
                      The "Price of Gold Bullion" on any given day means the spot price of physical gold, as measured by the
 afternoon gold fixing price (also
                      known as the London Gold P.M. Fixing Price) per troy ounce of gold for delivery in London through a member of
 the London Bullion
                      Market Association ("LBMA") authorized to effect such delivery, stated in U.S. dollars, as calculated by the
 London Gold Market Fixing Ltd.
                      and published by the LBMA, on such day. The Price of Gold Bullion is also published on Bloomberg page
 "GOLDLNPM Index."
                      For the purposes of the Product Facts below, the Price of Gold Bullion is also referred to as the "Benchmark
 Index".

Product Facts                      Codes
                        Exchange   ISIN                 US78009L4077
Product type           Traded Note                                      Download Prospectus (743
                            (ETN)  CUSIP                   78009L407    KB)
Current RBS Trendpilot  Cash Rate  Ticker                       TBAR
Indicator                                                               Download Factsheet (315 KB)
                                   Underlying               RBS Gold
Exchange name           NYSE Arca                      Trendpilot Index
Daily Redemption         $ 28.9611 Intraday Indicative       TBAR.IV
Value                              Value Ticker
Shares Outstanding        885,000
Issue Size (USD 000's)    $ 25,631
Annual Investor Fee
when Tracking Cash         0.50 %
Rate
Annual Investor Fee
when Tracking              1.00 %
Benchmark Index
Inception Date            02/17/11
Maturity                  02/15/41
Last Update              4/18/2012
                       2:00:00 AM


"The Annual Investor Fee" accrues on a daily basis.
"Daily Redemption Value" refers to the price per ETN at which The Royal Bank of
Scotland N.V. shall repurchase any ETNs offered by investors for repurchase
(provided that at least 20,000 ETNs are offered for repurchase) or shall redeem
any ETNs called by it for redemption at its option, in each case, subject to
the terms and conditions described in the pricing supplement and prospectus.
The amount reflects the Daily Redemption Value at the close of the market on
the prior trading day in the United States.
"Shares Outstanding" means to the number of ETN units outstanding at the close
of market on the prior trading day in the United States. "Issue Size (USD
000's)" means an amount equal to the Daily Redemption Value multiplied by
Shares Outstanding.
"Current RBS Trendpilot Indicator" refers to the trend of the Index. The Index
will track the Price of Gold Bullion when it is in a positive trend, and will
track the Cash Rate when it is in a negative trend.

Returns (as of market close 3/30/2012)

The returns indicated below reflects the percentage change through the end of
the previous calendar month in the closing level of the index, the daily
redemption value or the ETN market price, as applicable, from the beginning of
the relevant period (e.g., 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be).The
Index performance information below does not include the annual investor fee or
any transaction costs or expenses. None of the information below should be
taken as any indication of the future performance of the Index or the ETNs.


                 1 mo.  3 mo.  6 mo.   YTD    1 Yr.  Since Inception
---------------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------- ---------------
Index            -6.82% +5.50% -0.29% +5.50% +12.25%   +17.13%
---------------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------- ---------------
Redemption Value -6.88% +5.27% -0.76% +5.27% +11.17%   +15.87%
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 1 mo.

ETN Market Return -3.01%

Source: Bloomberg

3 mo.

+2.84%

6 mo.

-1.03%

YTD 1 Yr. Since Inception

+2.84% +11.51% +15.88%

All Return information presented above is updated once a month and is presented
as of the end of previous calendar month.

"Index" refers to the percentage change in the closing level of the Index from
the month end of the relevant period (e.g., closing level of the Index from
month-end, 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be) through the market
close at the end of the previous calendar month.

"Redemption Value" refers to the percentage change in the Daily Redemption
Value of the RBS ETN from the month end of the relevant period (e.g., the Daily
Redemption Value at month-end, 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be)
through the market close at the end of the previous calendar month.

"ETN Market Return" refers to the percentage change in the closing price of the
RBS ETNs as reported on NYSE Arca from the month end of the relevant period
(e.g., 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be) through the market
close at the end of the previous calendar month.

CERTAIN RISK CONSIDERATIONS: The RBS ETNs involve risks not associated with an
investment in conventional debt securities, including a possible loss of some
or all of your investment. The level of the Index must increase by an amount
sufficient to offset the aggregate investor fee applicable to the RBS ETNs in
order for you to receive at least the principal amount of your investment back
at maturity or upon early repurchase or redemption. The Index may underperform
the Price of Gold Bullion, and is expected to perform poorly in volatile
markets. Liquidity of the market for RBS ETNs may vary over time. The RBS ETNs
do not pay interest. Any payment on the RBS ETNs is subject to ability of The
Royal Bank of Scotland N.V. (RBS NV), as the issuer, and RBS Holdings N.V., as
the guarantor, to pay their respective obligations when they become due. You
should carefully consider whether the RBS ETNs are suited to your particular
circumstances before you decide to purchase them. We urge you to consult with
your investment, legal, accounting, tax and other advisors with respect to any
investment in the RBS ETNs.

The RBS ETNs are not suitable for all investors. You should carefully read the
relevant pricing supplement and prospectus, including the more detailed
explanation of the risks involved in any investment in the RBS ETNs as
described in the "Risk Factors" section of the pricing supplement, before
investing.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Royal Bank of Scotland N.V. (RBS NV) and RBS
Holdings N.V. (RBS Holdings) have filed a registration statement (including a
prospectus) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the
offering of RBS ETNs to which this communication relates. Before you invest in
any RBS ETNs, you should read the prospectus in that registration statement and
other documents that have been filed with the SEC for more complete information
about RBS NV and RBS Holdings, and the offering. You may get these documents
for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC's web site at www.sec.gov. Alternatively,
RBS NV, RBS Holdings, RBS Securities Inc. (RBSSI) or any dealer participating
in the relevant offering will arrange to send you the prospectus and the
pricing supplement at no charge if you request it by calling 1-855-RBS-ETPS
(toll-free).

RBS Gold Trendpilot(TM) Index (USD) (Index) is the property of The Royal Bank
of Scotland plc, which has contracted with Standard and Poor's Financial Services
LLC (S and P) to maintain and calculate the Index. S and P shall have no liability for
any errors or omissions in calculating the Index. "Standard and Poor's[R],"
"S and P[R]" are registered trademarks of S and P. "Calculated by S and P Custom Indices"
and its related stylized mark are service marks of S and P and have been licensed
for use by RBSSI and its affiliates. The RBS ETNs are not sponsored, endorsed,
sold or promoted by S and P or its affiliates, and neither S and P nor its affiliates
make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in the RBS
ETNs.

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Search:               RBS Global Big Pharma ETN
CUSIP, Text           DRGS
                       Product Detail
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                      The RBS Global Big Pharma ETNs are designed for investors who seek exposure to the NYSE Arca Equal Weighted
 Pharmaceutical
 About Us             Total Return Index (the "Index"). The Index is designed to track the performance of the equity securities of a
 cross section of companies
                      involved in various phases of development, production and marketing of pharmaceuticals, with the component
 securities represented in
                      approximately equal dollar amounts. The Index is rebalanced quarterly at the close of trading on the third
 Friday of March, June,
                      September and December.

Product Facts                      Codes
                 Exchange Traded   ISIN              US78009P1350
Product type          Note (ETN)                                     Download Prospectus (622
                                   CUSIP                78009P135    KB)
Exchange name         NYSE Arca
                                   Ticker                   DRGS
Daily Redemption                                                     Download Factsheet (306 KB)
                       $ 27.9226
Value                                              NYSE Arca Equal
                                   Underlying             Weighted
Shares                                          Pharmaceutical Total
                         160,000
Outstanding                                            Return Index
Issue Size (USD                    Intraday
                          $ 4,468
000's)                             Indicative             DRGS.IV
                                   Value Ticker
Annual Investor           0.60%
Fees
Inception Date          10/21/11
Maturity                10/25/41
Last Update      4/18/2012 2:00:00
                             AM


"The Annual Investor Fee" accrues on a daily basis.
"Daily Redemption Value" refers to the price per ETN at which The Royal Bank of
Scotland plc shall repurchase any ETNs offered by investors for repurchase
(provided that at least 20,000 ETNs are offered for repurchase) or shall redeem
any ETNs called by it for redemption at its option, in each case, subject to
the terms and conditions described in the pricing supplement and prospectus.
The amount reflects the Daily Redemption Value at the close of the market on
the prior trading day in the United States.
"Shares Outstanding" means to the number of ETN units outstanding at the close
of market on the prior trading day in the United States. "Issue Size (USD
000's)" means an amount equal to the Daily Redemption Value multiplied by
Shares Outstanding.

Returns (as of market close 3/30/2012)

The returns indicated below reflect the percentage change through the end of
the previous calendar month in the closing level of the index, the daily
redemption value or the ETN market price, as applicable, from the beginning of
the relevant period (e.g., 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be).The
Index performance information below does not include the annual investor fee or
any transaction costs or expenses. None of the information below should be
taken as any indication of the future performance of the Index or the ETNs.


                  1 mo.  3 mo.  6 mo.  YTD   1 Yr. Since Inception
----------------- ------ ------ ----- ------ ----- ---------------
Index             +2.40% +5.17% N/A   +5.17% N/A     +11.61%
----------------- ------ ------ ----- ------ ----- ---------------
Redemption Value  +2.35% +5.01% N/A   +5.01% N/A     +11.31%
----------------- ------ ------ ----- ------ ----- ---------------
ETN Market Return +2.62% +5.42% N/A   +5.42% N/A     +11.96%
----------------- ------ ------ ----- ------ ----- ---------------


Source: Bloomberg

All Return information presented above is updated once a month and is presented
as of the end of previous calendar month.

"Index" refers to the percentage change in the closing level of the Index from
the month end of the relevant period (e.g., closing level of the Index from
month-end, 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be) through the market
close at the end of the previous calendar month.

"Redemption Value" refers to the percentage change in the Daily Redemption
Value of the RBS ETN from the month end of the relevant period (e.g., the Daily
Redemption Value at month-end, 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be)
through the market close at the end of the previous calendar month.

"ETN Market Return" refers to the percentage change in the closing price of the
RBS ETNs as reported on NYSE Arca from the month end of the relevant period
(e.g., 1 mo., 3 mos., 6 mos. prior, as the case may be) through the market
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CERTAIN RISK CONSIDERATIONS: The RBS ETNs involve risks not associated with an
investment in conventional debt securities, including a possible loss of some
or all of your investment. The level of the Index must increase by an amount
sufficient to offset the aggregate investor fee applicable to the RBS ETNs in
order for you to receive at least the principal amount of your investment back
at maturity or upon early repurchase or redemption. Liquidity of the market for
RBS ETNs may vary over time. The RBS ETNs are not principal protected and do
not pay interest. Any payment on the RBS ETNs is subject to the ability of The
Royal Bank of Scotland plc (RBS plc), as the issuer, and The Royal Bank of
Scotland Group plc (RBS Group), as the guarantor, to pay their respective
obligations when they become due. You should carefully consider whether the RBS
ETNs are suited to your particular circumstances before you decide to purchase
them. We urge you to consult with your investment, legal, accounting, tax and
other advisors with respect to any investment in the RBS ETNs.

The RBS ETNs are not suitable for all investors. You should carefully read the
relevant pricing supplement and prospectus, including the more detailed
explanation of the risks involved in any investment in the RBS ETNs as
described in the "Risk Factors" section of the pricing supplement, before
investing.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: RBS plc and RBS Group have each filed a registration
statement (including a prospectus) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange
Commission (SEC) for the offering of RBS ETNs to which this communication
relates. Before you invest in any RBS ETNs, you should read the relevant
prospectus in that registration statement and other documents that have been
filed with the SEC for more complete information about RBS plc and RBS Group,
and the offering. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the
SEC website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, RBS plc, RBS Securities Inc. or any
dealer participating in the offering will arrange to send you the prospectus
and pricing supplement at no charge if you request it by calling 1-855-RBS-ETPS
(toll free).

The NYSE Arca Equal Weighted Pharmaceutical Total Return Index(SM) is a service
mark of NYSE Euronext or its affiliates (NYSE Euronext) and has been licensed
for use by The Royal Bank of Scotland plc and RBS Securities, Inc. (Licensees)
in connection with the RBS ETNs. Neither the Licensees nor the RBS ETNs is
sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by NYSE Euronext. NYSE Euronext makes no
representations or warranties regarding the RBS ETNs or the ability of the NYSE
Arca Equal Weighted Pharmaceutical Total Return IndexSM to track general stock
market performance.

NYSE EURONEXT MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
WITH RESPECT TO THE NYSE
ARCA EQUAL WEIGHTED PHARMACEUTICAL TOTAL RETURN INDEX(SM) OR ANY DATA INCLUDED
THEREIN. IN NO EVENT SHALL NYSE EURONEXT HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY SPECIAL,
PUNITIVE, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS), EVEN IF
NOTIFIED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

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Search:               RBS China Trendpilot[] ETN
CUSIP, Text           TCHI
                       Product Detail
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                      The RBS China Trendpilot[] ETNs are designed for investors who seek exposure to the RBS China Trendpilot[]
 Index (USD) (the
 About Us             "Index"). The Index utilizes a systematic trend-following strategy to provide exposure to either the BNY
 Mellon China Select ADR Total
                      Return Index[] (the "Benchmark Index") or the yield on a hypothetical notional investment in 3-month U.S.
 Treasury bills as of the most
                      recent weekly auction (the "Cash Rate"), depending on the performance of the Benchmark Index on a simple
 historical moving average
                      basis. If the closing level of the Benchmark Index is at or above its historical 100-Index business day simple
 moving average for three
                      consecutive Index business days (i.e., a "positive trend" is established), the Index will track the return on
 the Benchmark Index, and will
                      have no exposure to the Cash Rate until a negative trend occurs. Conversely, if the closing level of any
 Benchmark Index is below its
                      historical 100-Index business day simple moving average for three consecutive Index business days (i.e., a
 "negative trend" is
                      established), the Index will track the Cash Rate instead of the return on the Benchmark Index and will have no
 exposure to the Benchmark
                      Index until the next positive trend occurs.

Product Facts                    Codes
                      Exchange   ISIN                 US78009P1509
Product type         Traded Note                                      Download Prospectus (813
                          (ETN)  CUSIP                   78009P150    KB)
Current RBS          Benchmark   Ticker                       TCHI
Trendpilot Indicator      Index                                       Download Factsheet (156 KB)
                                 Underlying              RBS China
Exchange name         NYSE Arca                      Trendpilot Index
Daily Redemption       $ 24.8925 Intraday Indicative        TCHI.IV
Value                            Value Ticker
Shares Outstanding      160,000
Issue Size (USD          $ 4,000
000's)
Annual Investor Fee
when Tracking Cash       0.50 %
Rate
Annual Investor Fee
when Tracking            1.10 %
Benchmark Index
Inception Date          04/13/12
Maturity                04/18/42
                       4/18/2012
Last Update          2:00:00 AM


"The Annual Investor Fee" accrues on a daily basis.
"Daily Redemption Value" refers to the price per ETN at which The Royal Bank of
Scotland plc shall repurchase any ETNs offered by investors for repurchase
(provided that at least 20,000 ETNs are offered for repurchase) or shall redeem
any ETNs called by it for redemption at its option, in each case, subject to
the terms and conditions described in the pricing supplement and prospectus.
The amount reflects the Daily Redemption Value at the close of the market on
the prior trading day in the United States.
"Shares Outstanding" means to the number of ETN units outstanding at the close
of market on the prior trading day in the United States. "Issue Size (USD
000's)" means an amount equal to the Daily Redemption Value multiplied by
Shares Outstanding.

CERTAIN RISK CONSIDERATIONS: The RBS ETNs involve risks not associated with an
investment in conventional debt securities, including a possible loss of some
or all of your investment. The level of the Index must increase by an amount
sufficient to offset the aggregate investor fee applicable to the RBS ETNs in
order for you to receive at least the principal amount of your investment back
at maturity or upon early repurchase or redemption. The Index may underperform
the Benchmark Index, and is expected to perform poorly in volatile markets.
Liquidity of the market for RBS ETNs may vary over time. The RBS ETNs are not
principal protected and do not pay interest. Any payment on the RBS ETNs is
subject to the ability of The Royal Bank of Scotland plc ("RBS plc"), as the
issuer, and The Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc ("RBS Group"), as the
guarantor, to pay their respective obligations when they become due. You should
carefully consider whether the RBS ETNs are suited to your particular
circumstances before you decide to purchase them. We urge you to consult with
your investment, legal, accounting, tax and other advisors with respect to any
investment in the RBS ETNs.

The RBS ETNs are not suitable for all investors. You should carefully read the
relevant pricing supplement and prospectus, including the more detailed
explanation of the risks involved in any investment in the RBS ETNs as
described in the "Risk Factors" section of the pricing supplement, before
investing.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: RBS plc and RBS Group have filed a registration
statement (including a prospectus) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange
Commission ("SEC") for the offering of RBS ETNs to which this communication
relates. Before you invest in any RBS ETNs, you should read the prospectus in
that registration statement and other documents that have been filed by RBS plc
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and the offering. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the
SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, RBS plc, RBS Securities Inc.
("RBSSI") or any dealer participating in the offering will arrange to send you
the prospectus and the pricing supplement at no charge if you request it by
calling 1-855-RBS-ETPS.

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  Name                             Ticker Maturity Inception Date Annual Investor Fees
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RBS China Trendpilot[] ETN         TCHI   04/18/42   04/13/12          1.10%*
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RBS Global Big Pharma ETN          DRGS   10/25/41   10/21/11          0.60%
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RBS Gold Trendpilot[] ETN          TBAR   02/15/41   02/17/11          1.00%*
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RBS NASDAQ-100[R] Trendpilot[] ETN TNDQ   12/13/41   12/08/11          1.00%*
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RBS Oil Trendpilot[] ETN           TWTI   09/13/41   09/13/11          1.10%*
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RBS US Large Cap Trendpilot[] ETN  TRND   12/07/40   12/06/10          1.00%*
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RBS US Mid Cap Trendpilot[] ETN    TRNM   01/25/41   01/25/11          1.00%*


With respect to the RBS Gold Trendpilot ETNs, RBS US Large Cap Trendpilot ETNs,
RBS US Mid Cap Trendpilot, and RBS NASDAQ-100[R] Trendpilot[] ETNs, when
tracking the Benchmark Index, the RBS Trendpilot ETNs will have an investor fee
of 1.00% per annum. When tracking the 3-month US T-Bills, the RBS Trendpilot
ETNs will have an investor fee of 0.50% per annum. Fees accrue daily.

With respect to the RBS Oil Trendpilot ETNs, when tracking the Benchmark Index,
the RBS Trendpilot ETNs will have an investor fee of 1.10% per annum. When
tracking the 3-month US T-Bills, the RBS Trendpilot ETNs will have an investor
fee of 0.50% per annum. Fees accrue daily.

NASDAQ[R], OMX[R], NASDAQ OMX[R], NASDAQ-100[R], NASDAQ-100 Index[R] and
NASDAQ-100[R] Total Return IndexSM are registered trademarks and service marks
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The Index is the property of RBS plc. RBS plc has contracted with The NASDAQ
OMX Group, Inc. (which with its affiliates and subsidiaries is referred to as
the "Corporations") to calculate and maintain the Index, either directly or
through a third party. Currently, the Index is calculated and maintained by
Standard and Poor's ("S and P") on behalf of The NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc. S and P and the
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prospectus) with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the offering
of RBS ETNs to which this communication may relate. Before you invest in any
RBS ETNs, you should read the relevant prospectus in such registration
statement and other documents that have been filed with the SEC for more
complete information about the relevant RBS Entities and offerings. You may get
these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at www.sec.gov .
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and provides a wide range of products and services to personal, commercial and
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Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the Securities Investor Protection
Corporation (SIPC), is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of RBS plc and an
affiliate of RBS N.V.

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