The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released a Form 8.3 disclosure related to Ascential plc. The disclosure, made in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, provides key information about the interests and short positions held by The Vanguard Group, Inc. in Ascential plc's relevant securities. As of the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure, The Vanguard Group, Inc. owned and/or controlled 10,351,845 relevant securities, representing 5.08% of the total. Additionally, the disclosure includes details of a purchase of 6,880 1.7p ordinary securities at a price of 5.66 GBP per unit.

The disclosure also indicates that there are no indemnity or other dealing arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives, and no supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) is attached. The disclosure was made on 26 July 2024, and contact information for further inquiries is provided.

This Form 8.3 disclosure by The Vanguard Group, Inc. offers a comprehensive overview of its positions and dealings in Ascential plc's relevant securities, providing transparency and compliance with the regulatory requirements of the Takeover Code.