Scrip Dividend Scheme - Scrip Calculation Price

Scrip Dividend Scheme - Scrip Calculation Price

In accordance with the terms and conditions of the Scrip Dividend Scheme, the Scrip Calculation Price in respect of the first interim dividend for 2015/16, which is proposed to be paid on 6 November 2015, is 841.8 pence. This is calculated as the average closing mid-market price of an ordinary share for the five dealing days commencing with, and including, the ex-dividend date of 1 October 2015.

The deadline for receipt of a Scrip mandate by the Company's Registrar (or withdrawing an existing mandate) is 5.00 pm on 16 October 2015.