Form 8.3 - The Vanguard Group, Inc.: International Distribution Services plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. disclosed its position in International Distribution Services plc on July 2, 2024. This disclosure, required by Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, reveals that Vanguard controls 34,785,394 shares, representing 3.63% of the company's ordinary shares.

The disclosure also details transactions conducted on July 1, 2024. Vanguard purchased 5,832 ordinary shares at a price of 3.25 GBP per share. No new options, derivatives, or additional securities were involved in these dealings.

No indemnity or other dealing arrangements exist, nor are there agreements or understandings related to options or derivatives between Vanguard and other parties. The disclosure does not include a Supplemental Form 8, indicating no open stock-settled derivative positions.