The Vanguard Group, Inc. Discloses Position in International Distribution Services plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released its position disclosure as required by Rule 8.3 of the UK Takeover Code. The disclosure pertains to their interests in the securities of International Distribution Services plc, with a holding date of September 4, 2024.

Vanguard revealed an ownership of 35,938,809 1p ordinary shares, which constitutes 3.75% of the relevant securities. In addition, Vanguard disclosed a recent purchase of 3,655 1p ordinary shares at a price of 3.39 GBP per unit.

No additional positions or rights to subscribe to relevant securities were disclosed. There were no indemnity or other dealing arrangements reported. Additionally, there are no agreements or understandings related to options or derivatives between Vanguard and any other party.

This disclosure is part of the transparency requirements enforced by the UK Takeover Code for entities with significant interests in relevant securities of a company subject to an offer.