Shares Issued

The number of ordinary shares of 1 pence each in issue is 78,986,290.

Shares held in treasury

No shares are held as treasury securities

Percentage of Shares that are not in public hands

As far as the Company is aware, the percentage of Shares that are not in public hands is 4.24%.

Major Shareholders

The Company is aware of the following shareholders holding 3 per cent or more of the issued share capital of the Company: