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The poll method means that each share equates with one vote, and is seen as being a fairer method than a show of hands, in which each shareholder has one vote irrespective of how many shares they own.

Aegis chairman Lord Sharman has once again urged shareholders to vote against Bollore, who wants to install Roger Hatchuel and Philippe Germond on the board.

“We also remind shareholders of the board’s view that voting against the Groupe Bollore proposals - resolutions 14 and 15 - which present a severe conflict of interest, is important,” he said.

“We are asking those shareholders who have not yet voted to use what little time remains to make their vote count.”

The vote is likely to be close, with Bollore owning almost 30% of Aegis shares.