The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in International Distribution Services plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed an open position in the securities of International Distribution Services plc, representing an interest of 3.80%. The disclosure, submitted as Form 8.3 under the Takeover Code, highlights Vanguard's control over 36,446,015 ordinary shares at a nominal value of 1p each. This disclosure pertains to transactions dated January 3, 2025, with no other parties involved in the offer. No additional positions in other securities classes were reported.

The disclosure does not report any agreements or understandings regarding voting rights or future transactions. No Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) was attached, implying no open stock-settled derivative positions or related agreements. This level of transparency aligns with regulatory requirements under the Code, ensuring market integrity.