Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. has disclosed a Form 8.3 regarding Ascential PLC's ordinary shares. The disclosure includes key information such as the full name of the discloser, the offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities the form relates, and the date position held/dealing undertaken. Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. holds 1.67% of the 1.7p ordinary shares of Ascential PLC, representing 3,400,031 shares. The disclosure also mentions that Dimensional Fund Advisors LP and/or its affiliates do not have discretion regarding voting decisions in respect of 9,985 shares that are included in the total above.

The disclosure further outlines the positions of the person making the disclosure, including interests and short positions in the relevant securities of Ascential PLC. It also mentions a transfer in of 120 shares of 1.7p ordinary. The form provides details of any open stock-settled derivative positions and rights to subscribe for new securities. It also includes information on any dealings by the person making the disclosure, such as purchases and sales, cash-settled derivative transactions, stock-settled derivative transactions, and other dealings.

Additionally, the disclosure states that there are no indemnity and other dealing arrangements, and no agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. The form provides a comprehensive overview of Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd.'s positions and dealings concerning Ascential PLC's ordinary shares, in compliance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code.

This disclosure provides valuable insights into the holdings and dealings of Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. with respect to Ascential PLC's ordinary shares, offering transparency and relevant information for interested parties and stakeholders.