Regulator profile

Takeover Panel

Panel on Takeovers and Mergers

Self-Regulatory Body

3 areas of regulation · 2 official guidance documents · 1 law enforced · UK-wide

What Takeover Panel does

Regulates takeovers and mergers involving public companies and some private companies in the UK. Issues the Takeover Code. Ensures shareholders are treated fairly during corporate takeovers.

Contact Takeover Panel

Website Visit official website Email supportgroup@thetakeoverpanel.org.uk Phone 020 7382 9026

Types of regulation

Mergers Shareholder Protection Takeovers

Official guidance from Takeover Panel

Curated guidance documents to help you understand your obligations.

Legal framework

Legislation that Takeover Panel directly enforces.

Secondary legislation

Related legislation

Legislation connected to Takeover Panel's remit but not directly enforced — establishing Acts, amendments, referenced legislation, and context.

Establishing / enabling

Amendments / commencements

Referenced in enforcement

Coverage area

UK-wide