The interim dividend has been set at 2.65 pence per ordinary share, an increase of 58.7% year-on-year. The interim dividend was approved by the Board of Directors on 1 October 2019. As previously announced, they anticipate a split of broadly one-third to two-thirds between the interim and final dividend and expect a full year dividend pay-out ratio of 50%.
The interim dividend will be paid on 22 November 2019 to shareholders who are on the register of members at close of business on 11 October 2019 (the Record Date). Shareholders may elect to reinvest their dividend in the Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP). The last date for receipt of DRIP elections and revocations will be 1 November 2019.
