Franklin Resources, Inc. has released a Form 8.3 disclosure regarding Barratt Developments 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 Franklin Resources, Inc. in Barratt Developments PLC. The disclosure states that Franklin Resources, Inc. owns and/or controls 38,984,093 relevant securities, representing 4.00% of the total. The disclosure also mentions dealings with another party, Redrow plc.

The form outlines the positions of Franklin Resources, Inc. in relation to Barratt Developments PLC, including interests and short positions in the relevant securities. It also provides details of any open stock-settled derivative positions or agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities. The disclosure further includes information about rights to subscribe for new securities, if applicable.

Additionally, the form details any dealings by Franklin Resources, Inc. in the relevant securities of Barratt Developments PLC, including purchases, sales, cash-settled derivative transactions, stock-settled derivative transactions, and other dealings such as subscribing for new securities. The disclosure also confirms that there are no indemnity and other dealing arrangements or agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives.

The disclosure concludes with contact information for Franklin Resources, Inc. and emphasizes that public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service. It also provides contact details for the Panel's Market Surveillance Unit for consultation regarding the Code's disclosure requirements.

Overall, the Form 8.3 disclosure by Franklin Resources, Inc. provides a comprehensive overview of its positions, dealings, and other relevant information concerning its interests in Barratt Developments PLC, in compliance with the regulatory requirements of the Takeover Code.