Pearson plc - (the "Company") Notification of Directors' Interests

Core Points - The company granted performance-related restricted shares under the 2025 Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) on May 1, 2025, which will vest on May 1, 2028, subject to performance conditions [1][2] - The awards to the Chief Executive, Omar Abbosh, and Chief Financial Officer, Sally Johnson, were determined based on the average mid-market closing share price of £11.668 for the five trading days up to April 30, 2025 [2] - The remuneration policy for these awards was approved by shareholders at the 2023 Annual General Meeting [2] Summary of Awards - Omar Abbosh received 394,155 restricted shares, representing 450% of his salary [2] - Sally Johnson received 159,411 restricted shares, representing 300% of her salary [2] - Both awards will be subject to an additional two-year holding period after vesting, extending to May 1, 2030 [1] Remuneration Committee's Authority - The Remuneration Committee has the right to adjust payouts based on underlying financial or non-financial performance, ensuring alignment between shareholder and management interests [3] Notification of Transactions - The transactions for both executives were reported as initial notifications under the UK Market Abuse Regulation [4][5] - The nature of the transactions involved the award of performance-related restricted shares under the LTIP [4][5]