13th Sep 2007 10:43
Not for distribution in or into the United States of America, Canada, Japan orAustralia United Business Media plc (the "Company") Repurchase Offer for B Shares
As anticipated in the circular to shareholders in connection with the capital reorganisation that took place in April 2001, the Company is arranging a further repurchase offer to holders of outstanding B shares.
The Company, on 13 September 2007 has sent to B shareholders documentation relating to a further repurchase offer that is proposed to be made by Merrill Lynch International at 245 pence per B share.
The proposed timetable for the repurchase offer is as follows:
Latest time for receipt of acceptance forms 11 a.m. on 3 October 2007 Announcement of repurchase offer for B 4 October 2007shares Despatch of proceeds By 9 October 2007
A copy of the documentation sent to B shareholders has been submitted for publication through the Document Viewing Facility, which is situated at: Financial Services Authority, 25 The North Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London E14 5HS.
Enquiries:United Business Media plcAnne Siddell 020 7921 5004 Merrill Lynch InternationalTony White 020 7995 1152
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