The news released on 9th July 2024 by Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. pertains to their disclosure of a public opening position in CREST NICHOLSON HOLDINGS - Ordinary Shares, in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. and its affiliates, as investment advisors, disclosed that they do not have beneficial ownership of the shares described in the form 8.3. The disclosure includes the number and percentage of relevant securities owned and/or controlled, which amounts to 10,877,547 shares, representing 4.23% of the total. It is important to note that Dimensional Fund Advisors LP and/or its affiliates do not have discretion regarding voting decisions in respect of 41,861 shares that are included in the total above.

The disclosure also includes details of dealings, such as purchases and sales of the 5p ordinary shares, including the number of securities and price per unit. Specifically, there was a purchase of 9,147 shares at a price of 2.4666 GBP per unit, as well as a transfer in of 742 shares of 5p ordinary. The form also mentions the absence of any indemnity or other dealing arrangements, as well as agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives.

In summary, the disclosure by Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. provides comprehensive information about their position in CREST NICHOLSON HOLDINGS - Ordinary Shares, including the number and percentage of relevant securities owned and/or controlled, as well as details of recent dealings. This form serves as a transparent declaration of their interests in the company's shares, in compliance with the regulatory requirements.