Company Information
What does Futura Medical plc do?
Futura Medical plc is a pharmaceutical group that develops innovative products for the consumer healthcare market with a strong expertise in sexual healthcare and pain relief management.
Which FTSE sector is Futura Medical plc in?
Futura Medical is listed on AIM in the Pharmaceuticals sub-sector.
Why does the website refer to Reckitt Benckiser Group plc and some of the financial reports to SSL International plc?
In November 2010 Reckitt Benckiser Group plc completed an acquisition of SSL International plc. From the date of the acquisition all agreements signed between Futura and SSL International have been taken over by Reckitt Benckiser Group plc.
Who is on the Futura Medical Board of Directors?
Financial Information
When does Futura Medical report its financial results?
Futura Medical's financial year end is 31 December. It normally reports preliminary (full-year) results in March and interim (half-year) in September.
How can I obtain a copy of Futura Medical's Annual Report?
You can download the most recent annual reports from our website, in the Investors section.
How many Futura Medical shares are in issue?
There are currently 72,660,713 ordinary shares in issue (as at 1 September 2011).
What is the availability of Inheritance Tax Business Property Relief on Futura Medical shares?
Futura Medical plc has received advice from BDO LLP which indicates that the Company’s shares should be qualifying shares for the purposes of inheritance tax business property relief. However, shareholders should take their own taxation advice in relation to their specific circumstances and the Company’s most up to date position.
AGM
When is the Futura Medical Annual General Meeting?
The AGM usually takes place in May or June each year.
If I can't attend the AGM can I appoint a proxy?
If you cannot attend, you can still express your views on the matters for consideration at the meeting, by appointing someone to attend and vote on your behalf - this person is known as your 'proxy'. Your proxy can be the chairman of the meeting, or any other person you choose. You can appoint a proxy by completing and returning the form sent to you in advance of the meeting, details of which are printed on the form. You can instruct your proxy to cast your vote according to your specific instructions, or at his or her discretion.
Registrars
Who are Futura Medical's Registrars and how do I contact them?
Capita Registrars
The Registry
34 Beckenham Road
Beckenham
Kent
BR3 4TU
For general enquires contact 0871 664 0300 (calls cost 10p a minute plus network extras, lines are open 8.30am-5.30pm Mon-Fri) (or +44 20 8639 3399 from outside the UK) between 08:30 and 17:30 on each business day.
Facsimile: +44 (0) 20 8639 2220
My personal details have changed. What should I do?
If you have changed your name or home address you should notify the Registrars in writing. Please quote your full name, the old and new addresses, and/or provide documentary evidence (such as a copy of your marriage certificate or change of name by deed poll), as applicable. You should also enclose your share certificate for amendment.
I have lost my share certificate. How do I obtain a replacement?
You should notify the Registrars. Restriction will then be placed on the missing share certificate in case of any attempted fraud. A letter of indemnity will be sent to you to sign. Once completed and returned to the registrars a replacement certificate can be issued. There is a charge for this service. If the missing share certificate subsequently appears, you should return it to the Registrars to be cancelled.
I am the executor for the estate of a shareholder who has died. What should I do?
Please contact the Registrar, who will be able to assist you.
Share Dealing
What is the trading symbol for Futura Medical plc?
Futura Medical plc is quoted on AIM and the ticker symbol is FUM.
Does Futura Medical trade on any other exchange?
No, the shares are currently traded only on AIM.
How can I buy/sell shares in Futura Medical?
Futura Medical shares can be bought and sold through a stockbroker or share dealing service.
How do I transfer shares?
You will need to complete a share transfer form, which can be obtained from the Registrars. The form should be fully completed and returned to them with your share certificate to arrange transfer of ownership.
How can I confirm the number of Futura Medical shares I hold?
You will need to contact the Registrars for this information.
Page last up-dated: 27 September 2011
Page last reviewed: 3 November 2011