4th Oct 2007 17:04
Not for distribution in or into the United States of America, Canada, Japan orAustralia Merrill Lynch International United Business Media plc - Repurchase Offer for B Shares
In accordance with the circular to B shareholders dated 13 September 2007, Merrill Lynch International hereby makes the Repurchase Offer, acting as principal, to purchase the 323,838 B Shares in respect of which valid acceptances of the Repurchase Offer have been received. Accordingly such offer is to purchase those shares for 245 pence each, free of all dealing expenses and commissions, in an on-Exchange transaction on the terms set out in the above mentioned circular to shareholders.
Cheques and sale advices are expected to be despatched and assured payments made through CREST by 9 October 2007 in respect of B Shares purchased under the Repurchase Offer.
Notes:
All definitions used in the Circular to shareholders dated 13 September 2007 apply to this announcement
This announcement has been issued by Merrill Lynch International, which is regulated by the Financial Services Authority.
Enquiries:Nigel YoudsUnited Business Media020 7921 5004Tony WhiteMerrill Lynch International020 7995 1152
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