The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed a 5.16% stake in Ascential plc, representing 10,523,432 ordinary shares. The disclosure was made in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure also includes details of a purchase of 1,115 ordinary shares at a price of 5.67 GBP per unit. The disclosure does not include any indemnity or other dealing arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. No supplemental form is attached to the disclosure. The disclosure was made on 8th August 2024 by Shawn Acker, with a contact number provided for further information.