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Ticker · DTY ISIN · GB00B43SR186 LEI · 21380049687CNAYKV483 IL Other service activities
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Filings indexed 571 across all filing types
Latest filing 2023-04-11 Major Shareholding Noti…
Country GB United Kingdom
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About DIGNITY PLC

https://www.dignityplc.co.uk/

Dignity PLC is a national provider of end-of-life services, specializing in funeral services and prepaid funeral plans. The company operates an extensive network of funeral directors, serving hundreds of local communities. A pioneer in the sector, Dignity launched one of the first prepaid funeral plans in 1985 and has since supported over one million families with their arrangements. The organization is committed to high standards of care and compassion and has actively campaigned for greater regulatory oversight within the funeral plan market.

Recent filings

Filing Released Lang Actions
Form 8.3 - Dignity plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 1% confidence The document is explicitly titled 'FORM 8.3 - Dignity plc' and references 'Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)'. This form is a Public Opening Position Disclosure or Dealing Disclosure made by a person holding 1% or more interest in relevant securities during a takeover situation. This type of disclosure relates directly to insider/significant shareholder activity during a takeover bid, which falls under the scope of M&A activity or significant shareholding changes, but the specific nature of the filing (Rule 8.3) is most closely related to the rules governing takeover bids. Reviewing the definitions: - M&A Activity (TAR): Announcements and documents related to merger proposals or takeover bids. Form 8.3 is a mandatory disclosure during a takeover. - Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ): Notification of changes in significant share ownership levels (crossing thresholds). While this involves shareholding, Form 8.3 is specifically mandated by the Takeover Code. Given the explicit reference to the 'Takeover Code' and the disclosure of interests in securities related to an 'offeror/offeree', this document is directly related to a takeover/merger situation. Therefore, the most appropriate classification is M&A Activity (TAR).
2023-04-11 English
Form 8.3 - Dignity plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 1% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - Dignity plc" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is used for Public Opening Position Disclosure or Dealing Disclosure by a person holding 1% or more interest in relevant securities during a takeover situation. This type of disclosure relates directly to insider/significant shareholder activity during a takeover process, which falls under the scope of M&A activity or significant shareholding changes, but the specific nature of the filing (Rule 8.3 disclosure) is most closely aligned with regulatory filings related to takeovers. Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Disclosure', and it involves reporting dealings/positions related to an offer, it is best classified under the general regulatory filing category (RNS) or potentially related to M&A (TAR). However, given the structure and content (reporting specific dealings/positions under a Takeover Code rule), it is a mandatory regulatory disclosure. Since 'TAR' is for M&A activity announcements, and this is a specific disclosure *during* an M&A event, 'RNS' (General regulatory announcements/fallback) is appropriate, although 'DIRS' (Director's Dealing) is close, this is a third-party disclosure under the Takeover Code, not strictly a director's dealing. Given the options, RNS is the most suitable general regulatory filing category for a specific, non-standard report like Form 8.3.
2023-04-06 English
Form 8.3 - Dignity plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 1% confidence The document is explicitly titled 'FORM 8.3 - Dignity plc' and references 'Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)'. This form is a mandatory disclosure required when a person or entity acquires or deals in relevant securities of an offeree or offeror during a takeover bid, specifically when they hold 1% or more interest. This type of disclosure relates to insider dealings or significant ownership changes during a takeover scenario. While it involves director/insider activity (similar to DIRS), the specific context of the Takeover Code (Rule 8.3) and the nature of the disclosure (public opening position/dealing disclosure related to an offer) aligns most closely with filings related to M&A activity or significant shareholding changes during a bid. Given the options, 'M&A Activity (TAR)' is the closest fit as it directly relates to takeover proceedings, although 'Director's Dealing (DIRS)' is also relevant for insider transactions. However, Form 8.3 is fundamentally tied to the takeover process itself. Since the document details dealings in securities related to an offer (Dignity plc), it falls under the scope of takeover/M&A activity.
2023-04-05 English
Directorate Change: Interim CFO
Board/Management Information Classification · 1% confidence The document is a formal announcement released via RNS (RNS Number: 5190V) on April 5, 2023. The title explicitly states 'Directorate Change: Interim Chief Financial Officer' and details the appointment of Angela Eames and the stepping down of Dean Moore from the CFO role, while noting Dean Moore remains as an Independent Non-Executive Director and detailing subsequent committee changes. This content directly matches the definition of 'Board/Management Information' (MANG), which covers announcements of changes in the company's board of directors or senior management.
2023-04-05 English
Form 8.3 - Dignity plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 1% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is used in the context of a takeover offer (indicated by the reference to 'offeror/offeree' and 'Dignity plc'). Disclosures related to takeover bids, insider dealings during such periods, or significant shareholdings related to an offer are typically classified under M&A Activity (TAR) or Director's Dealing (DIRS) if it were an executive. Since this is a disclosure by a major shareholder/stakeholder (Millennium International Management LP) regarding their position during a potential takeover scenario involving Dignity plc, it falls under the scope of M&A Activity (TAR) or, more specifically, insider/significant shareholder dealing related to a corporate action. Given the options, while it details dealings, the context is driven by the Takeover Code, which strongly aligns with M&A Activity (TAR). However, Form 8.3 is fundamentally a disclosure of interests/dealings by a person connected to an offer. The closest specific category for insider/significant shareholder transactions is DIRS, but TAR covers the broader context of takeover activity. Since the document details the position and dealings of a significant party during a potential takeover, TAR is the most appropriate classification reflecting the regulatory context (Takeover Code). If TAR wasn't available, DIRS might be considered, but TAR captures the M&A context better.
2023-04-04 English
Form 8.3 - Dignity plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 1% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - Public Opening Position Disclosure/Dealing Disclosure by a Person with Interests in Relevant Securities Representing 1% or More" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is used to disclose interests and dealings related to a takeover offer (in this case, involving Dignity plc). This type of disclosure, concerning interests in securities during a takeover scenario, is a specific regulatory filing related to corporate actions, but it does not fit neatly into the standard financial reports (10-K, IR, ER) or standard corporate governance documents (DEF 14A, CGR). Since it is a specific regulatory disclosure related to a takeover, it is best classified under the general regulatory filing category, RNS, as it is a mandatory disclosure to the market via a Regulatory Information Service, or potentially TAR (M&A Activity), but RNS is the broader, safer fallback for specific, non-standard regulatory forms not explicitly listed. Given the context of takeover activity, TAR (Takeover/M&A Activity) is highly relevant, but Form 8.3 is fundamentally a disclosure of shareholding/dealing, which often falls under general regulatory reporting. However, since the context is explicitly a takeover (mentioning 'offeror/offeree' and 'Takeover Code'), TAR is a strong candidate. Let's re-evaluate the definitions. TAR is for M&A Activity announcements. Form 8.3 is a disclosure *during* M&A activity. Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Disclosure Form', RNS (Regulatory Filings) is the most appropriate general category for mandatory market disclosures that aren't standard periodic reports. I will select RNS as the most fitting general regulatory disclosure category.
2023-04-03 English

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