Melqart Asset Management (UK) Ltd has disclosed a 1.03% interest in Ascential PLC's relevant securities. The disclosure, made under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, includes 2,103,387 cash-settled derivatives. The disclosure also indicates that there are no indemnity or option arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. The disclosure was made on August 7, 2024, and the contact person for the disclosure is Henry Laing.