The Takeover Panel has published a consultation paper on dual class share structures, IPOs and share buybacks. The proposed amendments to the Takeover Code clarify how the mandatory offer requirements apply to a company with...more
The consultation paper confirms a radical approach to bolster the international competitiveness of the UK markets and return to a disclosure-based listing framework. The FCA today published consultation paper CP23/31...more
In November 2020, the UK government published “Roadmap” setting out its aims for mandatory climate-related disclosures across the UK economy, in a manner aligned with the recommendations of the Taskforce on Climate-related...more
The UK Government is consulting on proposals to reform the UK’s prospectus regime. The proposals are published in response to Lord Hill’s UK Listing Review in which he recommends that, amongst other things, the Government...more
The UK’s capital markets regulation is set to change over the course of the next year as the Government seeks to boost the UK’s competitiveness as an attractive listing destination for high growth companies. The FCA has...more
On 30 April 2021, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published a consultation paper proposing changes to the Listing Rules applicable to special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs)....more
The FCA has today published a consultation paper proposing changes to the Listing Rules applicable to Special Purpose Acquisition Vehicles (SPACs). The FCA's main proposal is to remove the existing presumption in the...more