FirstGroup PLC has announced the purchase of 344,178 of its ordinary shares of 5 pence each through Liberum Capital Limited. The weighted average price paid was 172.58 pence, with the highest price paid at 175.90 pence and the lowest at 170.60 pence. Following the purchase, FirstGroup holds 123,052,317 Ordinary Shares in treasury, with the total number of Ordinary Shares in issue excluding shares held as treasury shares being 627,642,698. 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 7 June 2024, is 627,642,698. 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 Liberum Capital Limited on behalf of FirstGroup as part of the Programme. The trades were made on various platforms, with different volumes and prices. The company has provided contacts for investor relations, company secretary, and PR, as well as details such as the issuer name, LEI, ISIN, and classification.

This announcement provides transparency regarding FirstGroup's share buyback program and the specific details of the recent share purchases. It also outlines the company's intentions with the purchased shares and the implications for voting rights. The breakdown of individual trades offers a comprehensive view of the transactions made as part of the Programme, ensuring clarity and disclosure in accordance with regulations.