THE UNITE GROUP PLC Annual Report and Accounts 2024 123 Purpose Operation Opportunity Performance metrics To attract and retain NEDs of the highest calibre with broad commercial and other experience relevant to the Company. • Fee levels are reviewed annually, with adjustments typically effective 1 January in the year following review. • Fee levels are benchmarked against sector comparators and FTSE-listed companies of similar size and complexity. Time commitment and responsibility are taken into account. • Fees payable to the Board Chair are determined by the Remuneration Committee. • Fees payable to other Non-Executive Directors are determined by the Board Chair and Executive Directors. • Additional fees are payable for additional responsibilities, including, but not limited to, acting as Senior Independent Director or Chair of the Board’s Committees. • Expenses incurred by the Board Chair and Non- Executive Directors in the performance of their duties (including taxable travel and accommodation benefits) may be reimbursed or paid for directly by the Company. • The Board Chair and other Non-Executive Directors are not eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan, long-term incentive plans or pension arrangements. • Fee increases are applied in line with the outcome of the annual fee review. • It is expected that increases to Non-Executive Director fee levels will typically be in line with salaried employees. • In the event that there is a material misalignment with the market or a change in the complexity, responsibility or time commitment required to fulfil a Non-Executive Director role, the Board has discretion to make an appropriate adjustment to the fee level and/or to introduce additional fees. • None REMUNERATION POLICY TABLE – NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS NED fees