Regulator profile

Takeover Panel

Panel on Takeovers and Mergers

Self-Regulatory Body

3 areas of regulation · 1 law enforced · UK-wide

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Mergers Shareholder Protection Takeovers

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.

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Legislation that Takeover Panel directly enforces.

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Related legislation

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

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