UK Takeover Panel

The UK Takeover Panel is an independent regulator that oversees mergers and acquisitions of public companies in the United Kingdom. Its main role is to ensure fair treatment of all shareholders during takeover bids and to promote transparency in the process. The Panel sets rules that companies and bidders must follow, helping to prevent unfair practices and protect investors' interests. It intervenes when necessary to enforce compliance and resolve disputes, ensuring that takeovers happen fairly and orderly, maintaining trust in the financial market.