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Updated UK short selling rules to allow more time for reporting from July 13

( April 16, 2026, 10:10 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The UK Financial Conduct Authority's updated short-selling rules, including a new reporting timetable with extra time to calculate and submit short position reports, are set to enter into force on July 13. The watchdog said the new rules, which are designed to be clearer and simpler, will also allow eligible firms to make fewer notifications to the FCA about exemptions by introducing an annual confirmation.Statement is attached....

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