Frank Lech

Nov 14, 2023 | lexology.com | Robert Chaplin |Gregory Norman |Abigail Reeves |Frank Lech

The United Kingdom has long been a target destination for activist investors. It is the venue for nearly half of all of recent activist campaigns in Europe. In previous articles, we have discussed how informed boards should stay alert to the possibility of an activist campaign, and the basic steps they can take to prevent them.

Oct 26, 2023 | lexology.com | Robert Chaplin |Gregory Norman |Simon Toms |Abigail Reeves |Frank Lech

In a speech at the Investment Association’s Annual Dinner on 11 October 2023, Ashley Alder, chair of the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), expanded upon the FCA’s discussion paper, “Updating and Improving the UK Regime for Asset Management” (Discussion Paper) published in February 2023. Mr. Alder discussed the strategic objectives guiding the FCA’s proposals, and outlined the FCA’s regulatory priorities:Making the Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM) regime more proportionate.