My fellow directors and I are keen to meet with shareholders, and we encourage shareholders to come to the meeting. May I remind shareholders, whether or not they are able to attend the AGM in person, that you are welcome, at any time, to submit any questions you may have for the Board at smithsonchairman@fundsmith.co.uk. Please submit proxy votes in respect of the resolutions to be proposed at the AGM, irrespective of whether you intend to attend the AGM.
Simon Barnard, the Company’s portfolio manager, will give a presentation at the AGM which will be recorded and made available on the Company’s website after the meeting. Simon and members of his team will also be able to answer questions from shareholders at the AGM.