The Board has developed a comprehensive programme to ensure that effective communication with shareholders, analysts and the financial press is maintained throughout the year. Through its annual and interim reports, results and other announcements and the dissemination of information via the Group’s website at www.johnmenziesplc.com, the Board seeks to present its strategy and performance in an objective and balanced manner.

Shareholders attending the AGM are invited to ask questions during the Meeting and also to meet the Directors after the formal business of the Meeting has concluded. The Chairmen of the Board Committees are also available to answer questions from any shareholder at the Meeting. Full details of proxy votes cast on each resolution are made available to shareholders at the Meeting and, in keeping with best practice, are made available on the Company’s website after the Meeting.

The Board receives reports at each of its meetings on any meetings held with shareholders or analysts. The Chairman and Senior Independent Director are also available for contact with shareholders at any time.