Clifford Chance

With effect from 29 July 2024, the FCA is introducing a radically restructured UK listing regime to make it more straightforward to list in London. The package of reforms also has the potential to reduce the complexity involved in maintaining a listing in the UK and make it simpler for listed companies to participate in transformative M&A and be more competitive in auction processes. The continuing obligations to which companies admitted to the single commercial companies regime are subject have been modified. Our briefing includes a comparison of the final UK Listing Rules against the historic premium and standard listing rules. Please contact us if you have any questions.

This report aims to create a model for long-term growth in the UK economy, aligning with both past and current government reforms. The Mansion House Compact, signed by eleven financial services leaders, seeks to drive growth through Defined Contribution pension funds investing in unlisted equity, with significant progress already made. The report highlights the need for continued reforms and collaboration to address challenges and leverage opportunities for the UK's capital markets.