The Vanguard Group's Position on NCC Group plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released a disclosure under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, focusing on NCC Group plc. The disclosure outlines The Vanguard Group's interests in relevant securities of NCC Group, demonstrating their position as a stakeholder with more than 1% shareholding.

As of April 17, 2026, The Vanguard Group holds 14,828,961 of NCC Group's 1p ordinary shares, equating to a 5.33% interest. Recent transactions include the purchase of 25,141 shares at 1.23 GBP per unit and 8,820 shares at 1.24 GBP per unit. No cash or stock-settled derivative positions are disclosed, and no additional agreements or voting rights arrangements related to options or derivatives are in place.

The disclosure serves as an opening position statement, reflecting The Vanguard Group's ongoing stake in NCC Group plc without indication of further immediate actions.