BAE Systems PLC has issued a correction regarding the shareholding information of Barclays plc in the company. Since 2006, Barclays has been listed as a major shareholder in the Company's Annual Reports. However, in response to the Company's recent request to clarify its shareholdings, Barclays confirmed that it does not have a notifiable direct or indirect interest in the Company, and has not had one since prior to November 2009.
The Company is rectifying this by making an announcement to correct the inaccurate shareholding information in its Annual Reports. It has also stated that it has not been informed of any recent transactions in the Company's ordinary shares by Barclays that would require an announcement.
For further information, investors can contact Martin Cooper, Investor Relations Director at +44 (0)3300 46 6802, while media inquiries can be directed to Kristina Anderson, Director of Media Relations at +44 (0) 7540 628673.