Barclays PLC has disclosed a 2.43% interest in HIPGNOSIS SONGS FUND LTD/THE FUND, representing 29,342,604 ordinary shares. Additionally, they hold a 2.40% short position with 29,032,486 ordinary shares. The disclosure also includes dealings made on 25th July 2024, which involved the purchase of 10,461 ordinary shares at 1.0120 GBP per unit, 8,337 ordinary shares at 1.0179 GBP per unit, and 3,680 ordinary shares at 1.0140 GBP per unit. They also sold 89,140 ordinary shares at 1.0120 GBP per unit and 3,680 ordinary shares at 1.0140 GBP per unit.

Furthermore, Barclays PLC engaged in cash-settled derivative transactions, specifically a decreasing short contract for 89,140 reference securities at 1.0120 GBP per unit. The disclosure does not include any indemnity or option arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. No supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) is attached to the disclosure.

This disclosure provides a comprehensive overview of Barclays PLC's interests, short positions, and dealings related to HIPGNOSIS SONGS FUND LTD/THE FUND as of 25th July 2024.