Investors

Here we provide answers to the questions most commonly asked by our shareholders. Simply click on a question to reveal the answer; click again to hide it.

• Who are The Weir Group PLC's registrars and how can I find out about my shareholding?

  The Weir Group PLC's registrars - Computershare - will be able to answer any questions you may have about your shareholding. You can contact them at:

  Computershare Investor Services PLC
  The Pavilions
  Bridgwater Road
  Bristol
  BS99 7NH

  A dedicated helpline has been set up to assist with any enquiries relating to The Weir Group PLC shareholdings on 0870 707 1402. The helpline operates during the hours of 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday. You may also fax or email Computershare on the contact details below:

  Fax: 0870 703 6142
  Email via website: www.investorcentre.co.uk/contactus

  The company's website can be found at www.investorcentre.co.uk

• How do I transfer shares into another person's name?

  You will need to obtain a stock transfer form from our Registrars, and return this together with your share certificate(s) to them to arrange the transfer of ownership. For further information and to obtain a stock transfer form, please contact the Registrars directly on 0870 707 1402. Alternatively, a stock transfer form can be downloaded from their website under the heading 'Transfer of ownership' (Computershare Downloadable Forms). Once you have completed and signed the form, please return it to Computershare by post.

  Note: Where the transfer is for a cash consideration, you will need to send the stock transfer form to your local Inland Revenue office for stamping. For further information, please contact your local Inland Revenue office.

• Who are The Weir Group PLC's brokers?

  UBS.

• How can I purchase shares in The Weir Group PLC?

  You can purchase shares in The Weir Group PLC through a stock broker or independent financial adviser.

• How can I get hold of an annual report?

  You can download a PDF format full report and accounts from the front page of the Investor section of our website or request a hard copy here.

• What do I need to do if I move home?

  If you move home you will need to inform our registrars of your new address. You can write to them directly, or alternatively complete a change of address form which can be found on their website (Computershare Downloadable Forms). Once you have completed and signed the form, please return it to Computershare by post.

• What do I need to do if I change my name?

  If you change your name, please write to our registrars with details of your new name and previous name or complete a change of name form which can be found on their website (Computershare Downloadable Forms). Please complete and sign the form and return it to Computershare by post. You should also attach a copy of your marriage certificate or your change of name deed together with your share certificate(s) and any unpaid dividend cheques in your old name. The registrars will then reissue them. If you have also changed your address, see 'What do I need to do if I move home?'.

• How do I report the death of a registered holder?

  If you are administering an estate, you may need to transfer the shares into the names of the beneficiaries or sell the holding. If the shares were held in joint names, our registrar will need to see a photocopy of the death certificate and the share certificate. The shares can then be transferred into the name of the surviving holder. If a grant of probate is being sought, Computershare will require sight of the original or a copy that must bear an impressed seal as photocopies are not acceptable. The share certificates must accompany the document notifying death.

  Please contact our registrars in writing or by phone so as they can guide you through the process.

• I've lost my dividend cheque - how do I get a replacement?

  If you lose a dividend cheque before you have had a chance to pay it into your bank account, please contact our Registrars in writing. Computershare will then be able to reissue you with a replacement cheque.

• My dividend cheque is out of date.

  If you send the out-of-date cheque to our registrars they will reissue it. If the cheque was for less than £50 there will be no charge, but for larger payments there may be an administration fee.

• Can I have my dividends paid into my bank account?

  This is possible with most bank or building society accounts in the UK. It is sometimes referred to as a 'payment instruction' or 'dividend mandate'. Mandating your dividends is easy - the dividend will go into your account on the payment date and tax information about the dividend will be sent to you at your registered address. To arrange this you will need to contact our registrars in writing, or by completing a 'bank mandate' form which can be found on their website (Computershare Downloadable Forms). Once you have completed and signed the form, please return it to Computershare by post.

• Can I take my dividends as shares rather than cash?

  No - The Weir Group PLC does not operate a dividend re-investment plan.

• My share certificate has been lost/stolen - how do I get a replacement?

  If you have lost your share certificate you will need to inform our registrars as soon as possible. This can be done by telephone or in writing. Computershare will then be able to guide you through the process of obtaining a duplicate certificate. Depending on the value of the shares represented by the share certificate, a fee may be payable.

• I am the personal representative of a deceased shareholder. What do I need to do next?

  If you manage the estate of a recently deceased shareholder you may contact our registrars, Computershare Investor Services PLC, on 0870 707 1402 and provide details of the late shareholder. These should include the full name, the registered address and the shareholder reference number if you have that information. Computershare will then communicate the full legal requirements for the registration of the death.

• How do I find share prices and market information?

  You can find more share price and market information within the Share Price Information pages on The Weir Group PLC website.

• How do I change my dividend payment instructions?

  You can change the way you currently have your dividend paid by completing a Dividend Mandate Form. You can obtain a copy of the form by contacting our Registrars on 0870 707 1402 or by downloading a copy from their website (Computershare Downloadable Forms).

• Should I receive more than one mailing?

  If you receive more than one pack you may be able to consolidate your holdings by contacting our Registrars, Computershare, on 0870 707 1402. You will need to quote your shareholder reference number(s) either when calling or in correspondence. Your shareholder reference number can be found on either your share certificate or dividend cheque/ mandate.

• What is a proxy?

  A proxy is a person, or representative of an organisation who attends the AGM on behalf of a shareholder and either casts their votes according to the shareholders instruction, or is given an authority by the shareholder to cast their votes as they decide.

• Can I receive my shareholder communications electronically?

  Any shareholders interested in receiving future communications electronically, including the Notice of Meeting and Annual Report & Accounts, may register their email address by clicking on the following link: Email registration.

• What can I do to protect myself from identity theft?

  If you still receive your dividends by cheque you can set up a dividend mandate enabling your dividends to be paid direct into your bank account on the payment date, avoiding cheques being intercepted or going missing in the post. You will only receive a tax voucher detailing your dividends. In addition, you can elect to have any documents sent out by The Weir Group PLC to be supplied by email by registering with Computershare online.

• I have heard of boiler rooms, can you give me more information?

  Shareholders of UK companies have been targeted by so-called "investor specialists" often stating that they are acting on behalf of the company - these are sometimes called "boiler room scams". We are aware that at least one of our shareholders has been contacted in this way.

  The Weir Group has not appointed or authorised any "investment specialists" to contact shareholders and you should, therefore, be wary of any unsolicited calls or offers of advice.

  The Weir Group issued a circular to shareholders explaining this in more detail and you can check on the FSA website for those firms who are properly authorised at www.fsa.gov.uk as well as a list of those who are unauthorised who have been targeting investors.

• What are my voting rights?

  The Company's articles of association provide that on a show of hands at a general meeting, every holder of ordinary shares present in person and entitled to vote shall have one vote and on a poll, every member present in person or by proxy and entitled to vote shall have one vote for every ordinary share held.