The competition authorities are investigating the takeover of Company Z by a larger company, Company Y.

Both companies are food retailers. 

The takeover terms involve using a part cash, part share exchange means of payment.

Company Z is resisting the bid, arguing that it undervalues its business, while lobbying extensively among politicians to sway public opinion against the bidder.

Which of the following actions by Company Y is most likely to persuade the competition authorities to approve the acquisition?