The Vanguard Group, Inc.: Disclosure of Interest in International Distribution Services plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc., has disclosed its interest in International Distribution Services plc per Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure reveals Vanguard's position as of June 26, 2024, representing 3.63% of the total ordinary shares of International Distribution Services.

The disclosure highlights that Vanguard holds 34,774,348 ordinary shares, each with a nominal value of 1p. The announcement includes purchases made on June 26, 2024, totaling 17,221 ordinary shares at prices of 3.16 GBP and 3.17 GBP per share. No other long or short positions, derivatives, or options were disclosed.

No indemnity agreements, dealing arrangements, or voting rights arrangements relating to the disclosed securities exist between Vanguard and other parties. The disclosure was finalized and made public on June 27, 2024.