The Vanguard Group, Inc.'s Disclosure on Assura plc Position

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed its position in Assura plc, revealing a significant stake. As per Form 8.3, the company holds 182,135,113 shares, equating to 5.60% of Assura's ordinary 10p securities. This disclosure aligns with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, which mandates such declarations from entities with an interest exceeding 1% in relevant securities.

The declaration specifies that the position was held as of 10 April 2025. No additional disclosures were made regarding cash-settled or stock-settled derivatives. Recent dealings included the purchase of 5,129 ordinary shares at 0.48 GBP each.

The report also mentions the absence of any indemnity or options arrangements that could influence dealings. No supplemental forms were attached, indicating straightforward dealings by The Vanguard Group, Inc. in its stake in Assura plc.