Vanguard Group Discloses Position in British Land Company

On January 29, 2026, The Vanguard Group, Inc. filed Form 8.3 related to its interests in British Land Company plc. Under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, this form is required for entities holding 1% or more of relevant securities. Vanguard disclosed a 5.42% interest in British Land's 25p ordinary shares, equating to 54,172,582 shares. The disclosure date marks January 28, 2026, with positions also declared in relation to Life Science REIT plc.

No derivative positions or agreements to buy/sell relevant securities were reported. Additionally, Vanguard indicated no indemnity or formal/informal agreements related to securities dealings. This transparency aligns with regulatory requirements designed to ensure fair and informed market activities during potential takeovers.