Compass Group PLC: Announcement
SHARE REPURCHASE PROGRAMME
As announced on 23 November 2011, Compass Group PLC (the "Company") is commencing a share repurchase programme. Such programme is to be carried out pursuant to and in accordance with the authority conferred by the Company's shareholders at the Annual General Meeting held on 3 February 2011. Any shares purchased will be cancelled.
The timing and quantum of any purchases will be determined, inter alia, with regard to prevailing market conditions and, in light of liquidity conditions and in line with the Market Abuse Directive, although the Company may not purchase more than 20 per cent of the average daily volume.
For further information please contact:
Compass Group PLC
Justin Besley, Group Treasurer +44 (0) 1932 573022