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NEXT plc announced on 14 November 2025 that Shareholder Resolution 26, requisitioned by ShareAction, was defeated at its 2025 Annual General Meeting. Over 73% of shareholders voted against the resolution. The Company will provide enhanced disclosures on its approach to pay setting and an update on shareholder engagement in its 2026 Annual Report.
| Date | 14 Nov 2025 |
| Time | 16:05:29 |
| Category | Corporate updates |
| ID | 6651H |
14 November 2025
NEXT plc ("the Company" or "NEXT")
2025 Annual General Meeting ("AGM") - Voting Results Update Statement
At the Company's 2025 AGM, Shareholder Resolution 26 (requisitioned by ShareAction) was defeated by a significant margin, with over 73% of shareholders voting against the resolution.
In accordance with the UK Corporate Governance Code, the Company is providing an update on the views received from shareholders and actions taken.
Following our AGM and the comprehensive engagement that preceded it, the Company has continued its engagement with shareholders to understand their views. Further to these constructive discussions we believe that the Company can usefully enhance its disclosures in this area. Accordingly, a disclosure outlining the Company's approach to pay setting and a final update on our engagement with shareholders will be set out in our 2026 Annual Report.
H Woodall-Pagan
Company Secretary