LetterOne appeal could influence UK national security divestment disputes
By Jon Menon ( November 3, 2026, 11:34 GMT | Comment) -- LetterOne is set to ask the UK Supreme Court whether it is entitled to compensation after being forced to sell broadband provider Upp on national security grounds. The landmark appeal at the UK's top court by the investment company founded by Russian billionaires could clarify investors’ compensation rights under the National Security and Investment Act and influence future divestment disputes.LetterOne is set to seek the right for compensation at the UK’s highest court next week after the government cited national security when it forced the investment company founded by Russian billionaires to divest Upp, a regional British broadband provider....
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