Form 8.3 Disclosure by The Vanguard Group, Inc.

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed its position in International Distribution Services plc as part of the Form 8.3 filing on August 8, 2024. This disclosure is in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, detailing interests in relevant securities.

The filing reveals that The Vanguard Group holds a substantial interest in International Distribution Services plc, owning and controlling 35,925,632 ordinary shares, representing 3.75% of the company.

Additionally, recent dealings include the purchase of 3,650 shares at 3.35 GBP per unit and 736 shares at 3.37 GBP per unit. There were no cash-settled or stock-settled derivatives transactions reported.

No indemnity or other dealing arrangements, or agreements relating to options or derivatives, were disclosed. The filing also confirms there are no additional agreements or understandings associated with the voting rights of these securities.