FCA proposes reform of the UK listing regime: a single segment for equity shares

FCA proposes reform of the UK listing regime

On 26 May 2022, the Financial Conduct Authority (the “FCA”) published a discussion paper (DP22/2), setting out its response to feedback received to consultation paper 21/21: Primary Markets Effectiveness Review and seeking views on further reform of the UK listing regime in order to promote competitiveness and boost growth.

ESMA Focus on Reverse Solicitation

ESMA Focus on Reverse Solicitation

In early January 2022 ESMA released a copy of a letter dated 17th December 2021 (the “Letter”) which it had sent to the European Commission in relation to their request for information relating to the practice of reverse solicitation.

Remote-Hybrid Working Guidance from the FCA

FCA and Hybrid Working - Regulatory Umbrella

For information – https://www.fca.org.uk/firms/remote-hybrid-working-expectations The FCA Released its Guidance for Remote-Hybrid Working Expectations in October 2021 and updated it again on 18th January 2022.