WARNING TO SHAREHOLDERS – BOILER ROOM SCAMS/UNSOLICITED TELEPHONE CALLS AND DOCUMENTS
It has come to our attention that some of our shareholders have received unsolicited telephone calls and/or documents through the post from external organisations. These are typically from overseas based ‘brokers’ who target UK shareholders, offering to sell them what often turn out to be worthless or high risk shares in US or UK investments. These operations are commonly known as ‘boiler rooms’. These ‘brokers’ can be very persistent and extremely persuasive. These callers sometimes imply that they represent Travis Perkins, but in fact they have no connection with the company and have no authority to claim or imply that they are.
Shareholders are advised to be very wary of any unsolicited advice, offers to buy shares at a discount or offers of free company reports. If you receive any unsolicited investment advice:
• Make sure you get the correct name of the person and organisation
• Check that they are properly authorised by the FSA before getting involved by visiting www.fsa.gov.uk/register
• Report the matter to the FSA either by calling 0845 606 1234 or visiting www.moneymadeclear.fsa.gov.uk
• If the calls persist, hang up.
If you deal with an unauthorised firm, you will not be eligible to receive payment under the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. The FSA can be contacted by completing an online form at www.fsa.gov.uk/pages/doing/regulated/law/alerts/overseas.shtml.
Details of any share dealing facilities that the company endorses will be included in company mailings.
More detailed information on this or similar activity can be found on the FSA website www.moneymadeclear.fsa.gov.uk.
We would also suggest that you consult your own independent financial advisor before taking any action in relation to your shareholding in Travis Perkins.