LONDON - Mitchells & Butlers (LON:MAB) plc, a leading operator of restaurants and pubs in the UK, announced that all proposed resolutions were approved by shareholders during its Annual General Meeting held on Thursday. The voting on January 23, 2025, which included the re-election of board members and special resolutions, was conducted by poll.
The resolutions encompassed a range of corporate governance matters, including the receipt of company accounts and the approval of the Annual Report on Remuneration. Notably, the re-election of Amanda Brown, Dave Coplin, and Jane Moriarty was also affirmed by a majority of independent shareholders, in accordance with UK Listing Rules.
The AGM saw the reappointment of the company’s auditor and the authorization of the auditor’s remuneration. Additionally, two special resolutions were passed: one granting the company authority to purchase its own shares and another concerning the notice period for general meetings.
The company reported high levels of support for all resolutions, with the receipt of accounts and the approval of the auditor’s remuneration receiving nearly unanimous approval from voting shareholders. The resolution concerning political donations and the authority to purchase own shares also passed with over 99% approval.
The results of the AGM, including the full text of the resolutions, are set to be made available on the company’s website. This information is based on a press release statement and reflects the outcomes of the voting process without endorsing any claims.
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