FirstGroup PLC has announced the purchase of 131,923 of its ordinary shares of 5 pence each through RBC Europe Limited. The weighted average price paid was 158.60 pence, with the highest price paid at 160.10 pence and the lowest at 157.40 pence. Following the purchase, FirstGroup holds 104,272,092 Ordinary Shares in treasury, with the total number of Ordinary Shares in issue excluding shares held as treasury shares being 646,422,923. The company initially intends to hold the purchased shares as treasury shares but may cancel them in due course.

The total number of voting rights in FirstGroup, excluding treasury shares as at 13 February 2024, is 646,422,923. This figure may be used by shareholders as the denominator for the calculations by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, FirstGroup under the FCA’s Disclosure and Transparency Rules.

The transaction details include the breakdown of individual trades made by RBC Europe Limited on behalf of FirstGroup as part of the Programme. The trades were made through various platforms at different times and prices, with the weighted average price per share and aggregated volume detailed for each venue.

The announcement also provides contacts at FirstGroup, Brunswick PR, Liberum Capital Limited, and RBC Europe Limited for further information. The regulatory information, including the issuer name, LEI, ISIN, and classification, is also included in the release.

This announcement provides transparency regarding FirstGroup's share buyback program and the specific details of the recent share purchase, offering insight into the company's treasury shares and voting rights. It also ensures compliance with regulatory requirements by providing comprehensive transaction details and contacts for further inquiries.