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Part XVIIIU.K. [F1Recognised investment exchanges, clearing houses and CSDs]

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Chapter IU.K. Exemption

GeneralU.K.

285 [F2Exemption for recognised bodies etc.]U.K.

(1)In this Act—

(a)“recognised investment exchange” means an investment exchange in relation to which a recognition order is in force;

[F3(b)“recognised clearing house” means—

(i)a central counterparty in relation to which a recognition order is in force (in this Part referred to as a “recognised central counterparty”), or

(ii)a clearing house which provides clearing services in the United Kingdom without doing so as a central counterparty, and in relation to which a recognition order is in force;

F4(c). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(d)[F5“third country central counterparty” means a person established in a country other than the United Kingdom who has been recognised by the Bank of England as a central counterparty pursuant to Article 25 of the EMIR Regulation;]]

[F6(e)“recognised CSD” means a central securities depository in relation to which a recognition order is in force;

[F7(g)“third country CSD” means a central securities depository, established in a country other than the United Kingdom, which is recognised by the Bank of England pursuant to Article 25 of the CSD regulation.]]

(2)A recognised investment exchange is exempt from the general prohibition as respects any regulated activity—

(a)which is carried on as a part of the exchange’s business as an investment exchange; or

[F8(b)which is carried on for the purposes of, or in connection with, the provision by the exchange of services designed to facilitate the provision of clearing services by another person.]

(3)[F9A recognised clearing house which is not a recognised central counterparty] is exempt from the general prohibition as respects any regulated [F10activity—

(a)which is carried on for the purposes of, or in connection with, the provision of clearing services by the clearing house, or

(b)which is carried on for the purposes of, or in connection with, the provision by the clearing house of services designed to facilitate the provision of clearing services by another person.]

[F11(3ZA)Subsections (2) and (3) do not apply in respect of the regulated activity specified in article 63S of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Regulated Activities) Order 2001 (administering a benchmark).]

[F12(3A)A recognised central counterparty is exempt from the general prohibition as respects any regulated activity which is carried on for the purposes of, or in connection with, the services or activities specified in its recognition order.

F13(3B). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(3C)A third country central counterparty is exempt from the general prohibition as respects any regulated activity which is carried on for the purposes of, or in connection with, the services or activities specified in its recognition by [F14the Bank of England] pursuant to Article 25 of the EMIR regulation.]

[F15(3D)A recognised CSD is exempt from the general prohibition as respects any regulated activity which is carried on for the purposes of, or in connection with—

(a)the core services listed in Section A of the Annex to the CSD regulation which the central securities depository is authorised to provide pursuant to Article 16 or 19(1)(a) or (c) of that regulation, or

(b)any non-banking-type ancillary services listed in or permitted under Section B of that Annex which the central securities depository is authorised to provide, including services notified under Article 19 of the CSD regulation.

F16(3E). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

F16(3F). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(3G)A third country CSD is exempt from the general prohibition as respects any regulated activity which is carried on for the purposes of, or in connection with, the services and activities covered by its recognition by [F17the Bank of England] pursuant to Article 25 of the CSD regulation.

(3H)But a recognised CSD F18... or a third country CSD is not exempt from the general prohibition as respects any regulated activity which is carried on for the purposes of, or in connection with, any banking-type ancillary service listed in or permitted under Section C of the Annex to the CSD regulation.]

[F19(4)The Treasury may by order amend paragraph (b) of subsection (2) or (3).]

Textual Amendments

F8S. 285(2)(b) substituted (1.4.2013) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 28(2), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F10Words in s. 285(3) substituted (1.4.2013) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 28(3), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

[F20285A [F21Powers exercisable in relation to recognised bodies] U.K.

(1)For the purposes of this Part, the FCA is “the appropriate regulator” in relation to recognised investment exchanges.

(2)For the purposes of this Part, the Bank of England is “the appropriate regulator” in relation to recognised clearing houses [F22and recognised CSDs].

(3)In Schedule 17A—

(a)Part 1 makes provision for a memorandum of understanding between the appropriate regulators [F23, and between the FCA and the PRA,] with respect to the exercise of their functions in relation to recognised [F24bodies];

(b)Part 2 applies certain provisions of this Act in relation to the Bank of England in consequence of the conferring of functions on the Bank under this Part of this Act;

(c)Part 3 makes provision relating to the winding up, administration or insolvency of [F25recognised clearing houses] [F26and recognised CSDs]; and

(d)Part 4 makes provision about fees.]

Textual Amendments

F20S. 285A inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 29(1), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b), Sch. Pt. 2; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

286 Qualification for recognition.U.K.

(1)The Treasury may make regulations setting out the requirements—

(a)which must be satisfied by an investment exchange [F27, clearing house or central securities depository] if it is to qualify as a body in respect of which [F28the appropriate regulator] may make a recognition order under this Part; and

(b)which, if a recognition order is made, it must continue to satisfy if it is to remain a recognised body.

(2)But if regulations contain provision as to the default rules of an investment exchange [F29, clearing house or central securities depository], or as to proceedings taken under such rules by such a body, they require the approval of the Secretary of State.

(3)“Default rules” means rules of an investment exchange [F30, clearing house or central securities depository] which provide for the taking of action in the event of a person’s appearing to be unable, or likely to become unable, to meet his obligations in respect of one or more market contracts connected with the exchange [F30, clearing house or central securities depository].

(4)“Market contract” means—

(a)a contract to which Part VII of the M1Companies Act 1989 applies as a result of section 155 of that Act or a contract to which Part V of the M2Companies (No. 2)(Northern Ireland) Order 1990 applies as a result of Article 80 of that Order; and

(b)such other kind of contract as may be prescribed.

F31(4A). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

F31(4B). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

F31(4C). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

F31(4D). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

F31(4E). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

[F32(4F)Regulations under subsection (1) may confer power on the appropriate regulator to make rules for the purposes of the regulations or of any specified provision made by the regulations.]

(5)Requirements resulting from this section are referred to in this Part as “recognition requirements”.

[F33(6)In the case of an investment exchange, requirements resulting from this section are in addition to requirements which must be satisfied by the exchange as a result of section 290(1A) before [F34the FCA] may make a recognition order declaring the exchange to be a recognised investment exchange.]

Textual Amendments

F28Words in s. 286(1)(a) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 2(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F31S. 286(4A)-(4E) omitted (29.6.2017 for specified purposes, 3.7.2017 for specified purposes, 31.7.2017 for specified purposes, 3.1.2018 in so far as not already in force) by virtue of The Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Markets in Financial Instruments) Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/701), reg. 1(2)(3)(4)(6), Sch. 2 para. 29 (with reg. 7)

F32S. 286(4F) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 30, 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b), Sch. Pt. 2; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F34Words in s. 286(6) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 2(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Marginal Citations

Applications for recognitionU.K.

287 Application by an investment exchange.U.K.

(1)Any body corporate or unincorporated association may apply to [F35the FCA] for an order declaring it to be a recognised investment exchange for the purposes of this Act.

(2)The application must be made in such manner as [F36the FCA] may direct and must be accompanied by—

(a)a copy of the applicant’s rules;

(b)a copy of any guidance issued by the applicant;

(c)the required particulars; and

(d)such other information as [F36the FCA] may reasonably require for the purpose of determining the application.

(3)The required particulars are—

(a)particulars of any arrangements which the applicant has made, or proposes to make, for the provision [F37by another person] of clearing services in respect of transactions effected on the exchange;

(b)if the applicant proposes to provide [F38services falling within section 285(2)(b)] in respect of transactions other than those effected on the exchange, particulars of the criteria which the applicant will apply when determining to whom it will provide those services [F39;

(c)a programme of operations which includes the types of business the applicant proposes to undertake and the applicant's proposed organisational structure;

(d)such particulars of the persons who effectively direct the business and operations of the exchange as [F40the FCA] may reasonably require;

(e)such particulars of the ownership of the exchange, and in particular of the identity and scale of interests of the persons who are in a position to exercise significant influence over the management of the exchange, whether directly or indirectly, as [F41the FCA] may reasonably require.]

[F42(4)Subsection (3)(c) to (e) does not apply to an application by an overseas applicant.]

Textual Amendments

F35Words in s. 287(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 3(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F36Words in s. 287(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 3(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F37Words in s. 287(3)(a) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 3(3)(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F38Words in s. 287(3)(b) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 3(3)(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F40Words in s. 287(3)(d) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 3(3)(c) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F41Words in s. 287(3)(e) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 3(3)(c) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Commencement Information

I1S. 287 wholly in force at 3.9.2001; s. 287 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 431(2); s. 287(2) in force for specified purposes at 18.6.2001 by S.I. 2001/1820, art. 2, Sch.; s. 287 in so far as not already in force at 3.9.2001 by S.I. 2001/2632, art. 2, Sch. Pt. 2

F43287A.Application by an investment exchange: persons connected with an applicantU.K.

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Textual Amendments

288 Application by a clearing house.U.K.

[F44(A1)This section applies only in relation to an application by a clearing house.]

[F45(1)A body corporate or unincorporated association which is established in the United Kingdom may, where it intends to provide clearing services as a central counterparty, apply to the Bank of England in accordance with Article 17 of the EMIR regulation for an order granting authorisation for the purposes of that Article and declaring it to be a recognised central counterparty for the purposes of this Act.

(1A)A body corporate or unincorporated association may, where it intends to provide clearing services in the United Kingdom without doing so as a central counterparty, apply to the Bank of England for an order declaring it to be for the purposes of this Act a recognised clearing house which is not a recognised central counterparty.]

(2)[F46An application under subsection (1A)] must be made in such manner as [F47the Bank of England] may direct and must be accompanied by—

(a)a copy of the applicant’s rules;

(b)a copy of any guidance issued by the applicant;

(c)the required particulars; and

(d)such other information as [F48the Bank] may reasonably require for the purpose of determining the application.

(3)The required particulars are—

(a)if the applicant makes, or proposes to make, clearing arrangements with a recognised investment exchange, particulars of those arrangements;

(b)if the applicant proposes to provide clearing services [F49or services falling within section 285(3)(b)] for persons other than recognised investment exchanges, particulars of the criteria which it will apply when determining to whom it will provide those services.

Textual Amendments

F47Words in s. 288(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 4(3)(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F48Words in s. 288(2)(d) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 4(3)(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F49Words in s. 288(3)(b) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 4(4) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Commencement Information

I2S. 288 wholly in force at 3.9.2001; s. 288 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 431(2); s. 288(2) in force for specified purposes at 18.6.2001 by S.I. 2001/1820, art. 2, Sch.; s. 288 in force in so far as not already in force at 3.9.2001 by S.I. 2001/2632, art. 2 Sch. Pt. 2

[F50288A.Application by a central securities depositoryU.K.

Where a legal person which is established in the United Kingdom intends—

(a)to operate a securities settlement system referred to in point (3) of Section A of the Annex to the CSD regulation, and

(b)to provide at least one other core service listed in Section A of that Annex,

it may apply to the Bank of England in accordance with Article 17 of the CSD regulation [F51, and any technical standards originally made or adopted under that Article which are retained direct EU legislation and any technical standards made under that Article by the Bank on or after IP completion day,] for an order granting authorisation for the purposes of Article 16 of that regulation and declaring it to be a recognised CSD for the purposes of this Act.]

Textual Amendments

289 Applications: supplementary.U.K.

(1)At any time after receiving an application and before determining it, [F52the appropriate regulator] may require the applicant to provide such further information as it reasonably considers necessary to enable it to determine the application.

(2)Information which [F53the appropriate regulator] requires in connection with an application must be provided in such form, or verified in such manner, as [F53the appropriate regulator] may direct.

(3)Different directions may be given, or requirements imposed, by [F54the appropriate regulator] with respect to different applications.

[F55(4)In relation to an application under section 288(1), this section does not apply to information which can be required under Article 17 of the EMIR regulation.]

[F56(5)In relation to an application under section 288A, this section applies only in relation to information which the Bank of England may require in connection with recognition requirements which do not [F57derive from any of the following—

(a)the CSD Regulation;

(b)any EU regulation, originally made under the CSD regulation, which is retained direct EU legislation;

(c)any subordinate legislation (within the meaning of the Interpretation Act 1978) made under the CSD regulation on or after IP completion day.]]

Textual Amendments

F52Words in s. 289(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 5 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F53Words in s. 289(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 5 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F54Words in s. 289(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 5 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

290 Recognition orders.U.K.

[F58(1)If it appears to the appropriate regulator that the applicant satisfies the recognition requirements applicable in its case, the regulator may—

(a)where the application is made under section 287, make a recognition order declaring the applicant to be a recognised investment exchange;

(b)where the application is made under section 288(1) and Article 17 of the EMIR regulation allows authorisation to be granted, make a recognition order (“a central counterparty recognition order”) granting authorisation for the purposes of that Article and declaring the applicant to be a recognised central counterparty; F59...

(c)where the application is made under section 288(1A), make a recognition order declaring the applicant to be a recognised clearing house which is not a recognised central counterparty [F60; or

(d)where the application is made under section 288A, make a recognition order (a “CSD recognition order”) granting authorisation for the purposes of Article 16 of the CSD regulation and declaring the applicant to be a recognised CSD].]

[F61[F62(1A)In the case of an application for an order declaring the applicant to be a recognised investment exchange, the reference in subsection (1) to the recognition requirements applicable in its case includes a reference to requirements contained in any of the following—

(a)any EU regulation, originally made under the markets in financial instruments directive, which is retained direct EU legislation;

(b)any EU regulation, originally made under the markets in financial instruments regulation, which is retained direct EU legislation;

(c)any subordinate legislation (within the meaning of the Interpretation Act 1978) made under the markets in financial instruments regulation on or after IP completion day.]

(1B)In the case mentioned in subsection (1A), the application must be determined by [F63the FCA] before the end of the period of six months beginning with the date on which it receives the completed application.

(1C)Subsection (1B) does not apply in the case of an application by an overseas applicant.]

[F64(1D)A central counterparty recognition order must specify the services or activities linked to clearing which the applicant may provide or perform and the classes of financial instruments covered by the order.]

[F65(1E)A CSD recognition order must specify—

(a)the core services listed in Section A of the Annex to the CSD regulation which the applicant is authorised to provide pursuant to Article 16 or 19(1)(a) or (c) of that regulation, and

(b)any non-banking-type ancillary services listed in or permitted under Section B of that Annex which the applicant is authorised to provide, including services notified under Article 19 of the CSD regulation.

(1F)A CSD recognition order must also record the terms of any of the following authorisations granted to the CSD under the CSD regulation or notifications made by the CSD under that regulation—

(a)an authorisation under Article 19(1) of the CSD regulation to outsource a core service under Article 30 of that regulation,

(b)an authorisation under Article 19(1)(d) of the CSD regulation (settlement of cash leg of securities settlement system in the books of another settlement agent),

(c)an authorisation under Article 19(1)(e) of the CSD regulation (setting up interoperable link),

(d)a notification under Article 19(5) of the CSD regulation (other CSD links),

(e)an authorisation under Article 54 or 56 of the CSD regulation to provide (in accordance with Article 54(2)(a) or (b)) any banking-type ancillary service listed in or permitted under Section C of the Annex to that regulation, and

(f)an authorisation to provide investment services and activities in addition to the services explicitly listed in Sections A and B of the Annex to the CSD regulation.]

F66(2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(3)In considering an application [F67made under section 287 or 288(1A)], [F68the appropriate regulator] may have regard to any information which it considers is relevant to the application.

(4)A recognition order must specify a date on which it is to take effect.

[F69(4A)If the Bank of England has not made a decision in relation to an application under section 288A within six months of that application being complete, the applicant may refer the matter to the Tribunal.

(4B)For the purposes of subsection (4A), an application is “complete” when the Bank of England informs the applicant that it is complete pursuant to Article 17(3) of the CSD regulation.]

(5)Section 298 has effect in relation to a decision to refuse to make a recognition order [F70in respect of an investment exchange or a clearing house which is not a central counterparty]—

(a)as it has effect in relation to a decision to revoke such an order; and

(b)as if references to a recognised body were references to the applicant.

[F71(5A)Section 298 has effect in relation to a decision to refuse an application under section 288A—

(a)as it has effect in relation to a decision to make a revocation order under section 297(1B); and

(b)as if references to a recognised body were references to the applicant.]

F72(6). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

[F73(7)Where—

(a)a body corporate or unincorporated association has made an application under section 288(1), and

(b)the Bank of England has determined that application in accordance with Article 17 of the EMIR regulation,

any previous recognition order under section 290(1)(c) or 292(2)(b) shall cease to be valid.]

Textual Amendments

F63Words in s. 290(1B) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 6(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F66S. 290(2) omitted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 6(4) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F68Words in s. 290(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 6(5) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F72S. 290(6) omitted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 6(6) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Commencement Information

I3S. 290 wholly in force at 1.12.2001; s. 290 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 431(2); s. 290 in force for specified purposes at 3.9.2001 by S.I. 2001/2632, art. 2(2), Sch. Pt. 2; s. 290 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.12.2001 by S.I. 2001/3538, art. 2(1)

[F74290ZA.Variation of central counterparty recognition orderU.K.

(1)On an application made to it in accordance with Article 15 of the EMIR regulation, the Bank of England may in accordance with Article 17 of that regulation vary a central counterparty recognition order by specifying an additional service or activity or class of financial instruments.

(2)Where Article 20(5) of the EMIR regulation applies, the Bank of England may vary a central counterparty recognition order by removing a service or activity or class of financial instruments from those specified in the order.

(3)The Bank of England may at any time vary a central counterparty recognition order for the purpose of correcting an error in, or omission from, the order.]

Textual Amendments

[F75290ZB.Variation of CSD recognition orderU.K.

(1)Where the Bank of England—

(a)grants an authorisation in accordance with Article 19(1), 54 or 56 of the CSD regulation,

(b)receives a notification under Article 19 of that regulation, or

(c)decides to withdraw authorisation for a service, activity or financial instrument in accordance with Article 20(4) or 57(4) of that regulation,

the Bank of England must vary the CSD recognition order accordingly.

(2)Where an authorisation to provide investment services and activities in addition to the services explicitly listed in Sections A and B of the Annex to the CSD regulation is granted, varied or withdrawn, the Bank of England must vary the CSD recognition order accordingly.

(3)The Bank of England may at any time vary a CSD recognition order for the purpose of correcting an error in, or omission from, the order.]

Textual Amendments

[F76290ARefusal of recognition on ground of excessive regulatory provisionU.K.

(1)[F77The appropriate regulator must] not make a recognition order if it appears to [F78it that] an existing or proposed regulatory provision of the applicant in connection with—

(a)the applicant's business as an investment exchange, F79...

(b)the provision by the applicant of clearing services, [F80or

(c)the provision by the applicant of services falling within section 285(2)(b) or (3)(b),]

imposes or will impose an excessive requirement on the persons affected (directly or indirectly) by it.

(2)The reference in section 290(1) (making of recognition order) to satisfying the applicable recognition requirements shall be read accordingly.

(3)Expressions used in subsection (1) above that are defined for the purposes of section 300A (power of [F81appropriate regulator] to disallow excessive regulatory provision) have the same meaning as in that section.

(4)The provisions of section 300A(3) and (4) (determination whether regulatory provision excessive) apply for the purposes of this section as for the purposes of section 300A.

(5)Section 298 has effect in relation to a decision under this section to refuse a recognition order—

(a)as it has effect in relation to a decision to revoke such an order, and

(b)as if references to a recognised body were references to the applicant.

[F82(6)This section does not apply to an application for recognition as an overseas investment exchange, an overseas clearing house [F83, a recognised central counterparty or a recognised CSD].]]

Textual Amendments

F77Words in s. 290A(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 7(2)(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F78Words in s. 290A(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 7(2)(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F79Word in s. 290A(1)(a) omitted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 7(2)(c) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F80S. 290A(1)(c) and word inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 7(2)(d) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F81Words in s. 290A(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 7(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

291 Liability in relation to recognised body’s regulatory functions.U.K.

(1)A recognised body and its officers and staff are not to be liable in damages for anything done or omitted in the discharge of the recognised body’s regulatory functions unless it is shown that the act or omission was in bad faith.

(2)But subsection (1) does not prevent an award of damages made in respect of an act or omission on the ground that the act or omission was unlawful as a result of section 6(1) of the M3Human Rights Act 1998.

(3)“Regulatory functions” means the functions of the recognised body so far as relating to, or to matters arising out of, the obligations to which the body is subject under or by virtue of this Act.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C2S. 291 modified (22.2.2008) by The Northern Rock plc Transfer Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/432), art. 20

C3S. 291 modified (29.9.2008 at 8.00 a.m.) by The Bradford & Bingley plc Transfer of Securities and Property etc. Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/2546), art. 39

Marginal Citations

F84292 Overseas investment exchanges and overseas clearing houses.U.K.

(1)An application under section 287 or [F85288(1A)] by an overseas applicant must contain the address of a place in the United Kingdom for the service on the applicant of notices or other documents required or authorised to be served on it under this Act.

(2)If it appears to [F86the appropriate regulator] that an overseas applicant satisfies the requirements of subsection (3) it may make a recognition order declaring the applicant to be—

(a)a recognised investment exchange;

(b)a recognised clearing house [F87which is not a central counterparty].

(3)The requirements are that—

[F88(a)investors are afforded protection equivalent to that which they would be afforded if the body concerned were required to comply with—

(i)recognition requirements, other than any such requirements which are expressed in regulations under section 286 not to apply for the purposes of this paragraph, and

(ii)[F89requirements contained in any of the following—

(aa)any EU regulation, originally made under the markets in financial instruments directive, which is retained direct EU legislation;

(bb)any EU regulation, originally made under the markets in financial instruments regulation, which is retained direct EU legislation;

(cc)any subordinate legislation (within the meaning of the Interpretation Act 1978) made under the markets in financial instruments regulation on or after IP completion day;]]

(b)there are adequate procedures for dealing with a person who is unable, or likely to become unable, to meet his obligations in respect of one or more market contracts connected with the investment exchange or clearing house;

(c)the applicant is able and willing to co-operate with [F90the appropriate regulator] by the sharing of information and in other ways;

(d)adequate arrangements exist for co-operation between [F91the appropriate regulator] and those responsible for the supervision of the applicant in the country or territory in which the applicant’s head office is situated.

(4)In considering whether it is satisfied as to the requirements mentioned in subsection (3)(a) and (b), [F92the appropriate regulator] is to have regard to—

(a)the relevant law and practice of the country or territory in which the applicant’s head office is situated;

(b)the rules and practices of the applicant.

(5)In relation to an overseas applicant and a body or association declared to be a recognised investment exchange or recognised clearing house by a recognition order made by virtue of subsection (2)—

(a)the reference in section 313(2) to recognition requirements is to be read as a reference to matters corresponding to the matters in respect of which provision is made in the recognition requirements;

(b)sections 296(1) and 297(2) have effect as if the requirements mentioned in section 296(1)(a) and section 297(2)(a) were those of subsection (3)(a), (b), and (c) of this section;

(c)section 297(2) has effect as if the grounds on which a recognition order may be revoked under that provision included the ground that in the opinion of [F93the appropriate regulator] arrangements of the kind mentioned in subsection (3)(d) no longer exist.

[F94(6)Where a recognised clearing house is F95... recognised as a third country central counterparty, any previous recognition order under section 290(1)(c) or 292(2)(b) shall cease to be valid.]

Textual Amendments

F86Words in s. 292(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 8 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F88S. 292(3)(a) substituted (29.6.2017 for specified purposes, 3.7.2017 for specified purposes, 31.7.2017 for specified purposes, 3.1.2018 in so far as not already in force) by The Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Markets in Financial Instruments) Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/701), reg. 1(2)(3)(4)(6), Sch. 2 para. 32 (with reg. 7)

F90Words in s. 292(3)(c) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 8 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F91Words in s. 292(3)(d) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 8 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F92Words in s. 292(4) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 8 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F93Words in s. 292(5)(c) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 8 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

Commencement Information

I4S. 292 wholly in force at 1.12.2001; s. 292 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 431(2); s. 292(1) in force and s. 292(2)-(5) in force specified purposes at 3.9.2001 by S.I. 2001/2632, art. 2(2), Sch. Pt. 2; s. 292 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.12.2001 by S.I. 2001/3538, art. 2(1)

[F96Publication of information by recognised investment exchangeU.K.

Textual Amendments

F96S. 292A and cross-heading inserted (1.4.2007 for certain purposes and 1.11.2007 otherwise) by The Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Markets in Financial Instruments) Regulations 2007 (S.I. 2007/126), regs. 1(2), 3(2), Sch. 2 para. 5

292APublication of information by recognised investment exchangeU.K.

(1)A recognised investment exchange must as soon as practicable after a recognition order is made in respect of it publish such particulars of the ownership of the exchange as the [F97FCA] may reasonably require.

(2)The particulars published under subsection (1) must include particulars of the identity and scale of interests of the persons who are in a position to exercise significant influence over the management of the exchange, whether directly or indirectly.

(3)If an ownership transfer takes place in relation to a recognised investment exchange, the exchange must as soon as practicable after becoming aware of the transfer publish such particulars relating to the transfer as the [F98FCA] may reasonably require.

(4)”Ownership transfer”, in relation to an exchange, means a transfer of ownership which gives rise to a change in the persons who are in a position to exercise significant influence over the management of the exchange, whether directly or indirectly.

(5)A recognised investment exchange must publish such particulars of any decision it makes to suspend or remove a financial instrument from trading on a regulated market operated by it as the [F99FCA] may reasonably require.

(6)The [F100FCA] may determine the manner of publication under subsections (1), (3) and (5) and the timing of publication under subsection (5).

(7)This section does not apply to an overseas investment exchange.]

Textual Amendments

F97Word in s. 292A(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 9 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F98Word in s. 292A(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 9 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F99Word in s. 292A(5) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 9 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F100Word in s. 292A(6) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 9 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

SupervisionU.K.

293 Notification requirements.U.K.

(1)The [F101appropriate regulator] may make rules requiring a recognised body to give it—

(a)notice of such events relating to the body as may be specified; and

(b)such information in respect of those events as may be specified.

(2)The rules may also require a recognised body to give the [F101appropriate regulator], at such times or in respect of such periods as may be specified, such information relating to the body as may be specified.

(3)An obligation imposed by the rules extends only to a notice or information which the [F101appropriate regulator] may reasonably require for the exercise of its functions under this Act [F102or [F103for the purposes of] Directive 2016/1148/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 6 July 2016 concerning measures for a high common level of security network and information systems across the Union] [F104as that directive had effect immediately before IP completion day].

(4)The rules may require information to be given in a specified form and to be verified in a specified manner.

(5)If a recognised body—

(a)alters or revokes any of its rules or guidance, or

(b)makes new rules or issues new guidance,

it must give written notice to the [F105appropriate regulator] without delay.

[F106(5A)In relation to a recognised CSD, in subsection (5), “guidance” means guidance issued, or any recommendation made, in writing or other legible form and intended to have continuing effect, by the recognised CSD to—

(a)all or any class of its members, or

(b)persons using or seeking to use its services,

with respect to any of the services or activities specified in its recognition order.]

(6)If a recognised investment exchange makes a change—

(a)in the arrangements it makes for the provision [F107by another person] of clearing services in respect of transactions effected on the exchange, or

(b)in the criteria which it applies when determining to whom it will provide [F108services falling within section 285(2)(b)],

it must give written notice to [F109the FCA and the Bank of England] without delay.

(7)If a recognised clearing house makes a change—

(a)in the recognised investment exchanges for whom it provides clearing services [F110or services falling within section 285(3)(b)], or

(b)in the criteria which it applies when determining to whom (other than recognised investment exchanges) it will provide clearing services [F111or services falling within section 285(3)(b)],

it must give written notice to [F112the Bank of England and the FCA] without delay.

[F113(7A)In subsections (1) and (2), “recognised body” includes [F114a third country CSD, in relation to any services referred to in the Annex to the CSD regulation which the third country CSD provides in the United Kingdom].]

(8)Subsections (5) to (7) do not apply to an overseas investment exchange or an overseas clearing house.

(9)“Specified” means specified in [F115the appropriate regulator's] rules.

Textual Amendments

F101Words in s. 293(1)-(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 10(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F104Words in s. 293(3) inserted (31.12.2020) by The Investment Exchanges, Clearing Houses and Central Securities Depositories (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/662), regs. 1(3), 5(9)(a) (with savings in S.I. 2019/680, reg. 11) (as amended by S.I. 2020/1301, regs. 1, 3, Sch. para. 37(b)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F105Words in s. 293(5) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 10(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F107Words in s. 293(6)(a) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 10(3)(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F108Words in s. 293(6)(b) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 10(3)(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F109Words in s. 293(6) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 10(3)(c) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F110Words in s. 293(7)(a) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 10(4)(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F111Words in s. 293(7)(b) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 10(4)(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F112Words in s. 293(7) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 10(4)(c) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F115Words in s. 293(9) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 10(5) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Commencement Information

I5S. 293 wholly in force at 1.12.2001; s. 293 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 431(2); s. 293 in force for specified purposes at 18.6.2001 by S.I. 2001/1820, art. 2, Sch.; s. 293 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.12.2001 by S.I. 2001/3538, art. 2(1)

[F116293AInformation: compliance with [F117specified] requirementsU.K.

[F118(1)]The appropriate regulator may require a recognised body to give the appropriate regulator such information as the appropriate regulator reasonably requires in order to satisfy itself that the body is complying with any [F119qualifying provision] that is specified, or of a description specified, for the purposes of this section by the Treasury by order.

[F120(2)The Bank of England may require [F121a third country CSD] which provides any services referred to in the Annex to the CSD regulation in the United Kingdom to give the Bank reports on those services and statistical information relating to those services, at such times or in respect of such periods as may be specified by the Bank.

(3)A requirement under subsection (2) extends only to information which the Bank may reasonably require for the exercise of its functions under the CSD regulation or [F122, any EU regulation originally made under the CSD regulation which is retained direct EU legislation, or any subordinate legislation (within the meaning of the Interpretation Act 1978) made under the CSD regulation on or after IP completion day].]]

Textual Amendments

F116S. 293A substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 11 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F118S. 293A(1): s. 293A renumbered as s. 293A(1) (28.11.2017) by The Central Securities Depositories Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1064), regs. 1, 2(19)(a) (with regs. 7(4), 9(1))

294 Modification or waiver of rules.U.K.

(1)The [F123appropriate regulator] may, on the application or with the consent of a recognised body, direct that rules made under section 293 or 295—

(a)are not to apply to the body; or

(b)are to apply to the body with such modifications as may be specified in the direction.

(2)An application must be made in such manner as the [F124appropriate regulator] may direct.

(3)Subsections (4) to (6) apply to a direction given under subsection (1).

(4)The [F125appropriate regulator] may not give a direction unless it is satisfied that—

(a)compliance by the recognised body with the rules, or with the rules as unmodified, would be unduly burdensome or would not achieve the purpose for which the rules were made; and

(b)the direction would not result in undue risk to persons whose interests the rules are intended to protect.

(5)A direction may be given subject to conditions.

(6)The [F126appropriate regulator] may—

(a)revoke a direction; or

(b)vary it on the application, or with the consent, of the recognised body to which it relates.

[F127(7)In this section, “recognised body”, in relation to rules made under section 293, includes [F128a third country CSD].]

Textual Amendments

F123Words in s. 294(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 12 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F124Words in s. 294(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 12 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F125Words in s. 294(4) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 12 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F126Words in s. 294(6) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 12 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C5S. 294 amended (temp. from 3.9.2001 to 1.12.2001) by S.I. 2001/2659, arts. 1(2), 3(10); S.I. 2001/3538, art. 2(1)

Commencement Information

I6S. 294 wholly in force at 3.9.2001; s. 294 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 431(2); s. 294(2) in force for specified purposes at 18.6.2001 by S.I. 2001/1820, art. 2, Sch.; s. 294 in force in so far as not already in force at 3.9.2001 by S.I. 2001/2632, art. 2 Sch. Pt. 2

295 Notification: overseas investment exchanges and overseas clearing houses.U.K.

(1)At least once a year, every overseas investment exchange and overseas clearing house must provide [F129the appropriate regulator] with a report.

(2)The report must contain a statement as to whether any events have occurred which are [F130likely to affect the appropriate regulator's assessment of whether it is satisfied as to the requirements set out in section 292(3)].

(3)The report must also contain such information as may be specified in rules made by [F131the appropriate regulator].

F132(4). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

F129Words in s. 295(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 13(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F130Words in s. 295(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 13(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F131Words in s. 295(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 13(4) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F132S. 295(4) omitted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 13(5) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Commencement Information

I7S. 295 wholly in force at 1.12.2001; s. 295 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 431(2); s. 295 in force for specified purposes at 18.6.2001 by S.I. 2001/1820, art. 2, Sch.; s. 295 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.12.2001 by S.I. 2001/3538, art. 2(1)

[F133295A.On-site inspection of [F134United Kingdom branches of third country] CSDsU.K.

(1)For the purposes of [F135Article 25(11) of the CSD regulation], the Bank of England may, on giving reasonable notice and at any reasonable time, carry out an on-site inspection of any branch maintained by [F136a third country CSD] in the United Kingdom.

F137(2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(3)The Bank of England’s power under subsection (1) is enforceable, on the application of the Bank of England, by an injunction or, in Scotland, by an order for specific performance under section 45 of the Court of Session Act 1988.]

Textual Amendments

296 [F138Appropriate regulator's] power to give directions.U.K.

(1)This section applies if it appears to [F139the appropriate regulator] that a recognised body—

(a)has failed, or is likely to fail, to satisfy the recognition requirements; or

(b)has failed to comply with any other obligation imposed on it by or under this Act.

[F140(1A)This section also applies [F141if it appears to the appropriate regulator that a recognised body] has failed, or is likely to fail, to comply with any obligation imposed on it by [F142or under] [F143any qualifying provision] specified (or of a description specified) [F144for the purposes of this subsection] in an order made by the Treasury.]

F145(1B). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

[F146(1C)This section also applies if it appears to the Bank of England that a Tier 2 third country central counterparty has failed to comply with an obligation imposed on it by or under this Act, or by or under the EMIR regulation.]

(2)[F147The regulator concerned] may direct [F148the recognised body F149...] to take specified steps for the purpose of securing the body’s compliance with—

(a)the recognition requirements; or

(b)any obligation of the kind in question.

[F150(2ZA)Where this section applies by virtue of subsection (1C), the Bank of England may direct the Tier 2 third country central counterparty to take specified steps for the purpose of securing compliance with the obligations referred to in that subsection.]

[F151(2A)In the case of [F152a recognised body other than an overseas investment exchange or overseas clearing house], those steps may include—

(a)the granting to [F153the regulator concerned] of access to the premises of [F154the body] for the purpose of inspecting—

(i)those premises; or

(ii)any documents on the premises which appear to [F153the regulator concerned] to be relevant for the purpose mentioned in subsection (2);

(b)the suspension of the carrying on of any regulated activity by [F155the body] for the period specified in the direction.]

F156(2B). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

[F157(2C)In the case of a Tier 2 third country central counterparty, those steps may include—

(a)the granting to the Bank of England of access to any premises of the Tier 2 third country central counterparty for the purposes of inspecting—

(i)those premises; or

(ii)any documents on the premises which appear to the Bank of England to be relevant for the purposes mentioned in subsection (2ZA);

(b)the suspension for the period specified in the direction of the carrying on in the United Kingdom by the Tier 2 third country central counterparty of any activity in respect of which the third country central counterparty is exempt from the general prohibition.

(2D)The Bank of England may not inspect the premises or documents on the premises of a Tier 2 third country central counterparty without first informing the relevant third country competent authority, and inspections must be conducted in accordance with cooperation arrangements established under Article 25.7 of the EMIR regulation.

(2E)In subsection (2D), relevant third country competent authority means a regulatory authority of a country other than the United Kingdom which is responsible for the authorisation and supervision of central counterparties in its territory.]

(3)A direction under this section [F158(except a direction made under subsection (2ZA))] is enforceable, on the application of [F159the regulator concerned], by an injunction or, in Scotland, by an order for specific performance under section 45 of the M4Court of Session Act 1988.

(4)The fact that a rule made by a recognised body has been altered in response to a direction given by [F160an appropriate regulator] does not prevent it from being subsequently altered or revoked by the recognised body.

Textual Amendments

F138Words in s. 296 heading substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 14(8) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F139Words in s. 296(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 14(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F141Words in s. 296(1A) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 14(3)(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F147Words in s. 296(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 14(4) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F152Words in s. 296(2A) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 14(5)(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F153Words in s. 296(2A)(a) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 14(5)(b)(i) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F154Words in s. 296(2A)(a) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 14(5)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F155Words in s. 296(2A)(b) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 14(5)(c) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F159Words in s. 296(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 14(6) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F160Words in s. 296(4) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 14(7) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C6S. 296 amended (temp. from 3.9.2001 to 1.12.2001) by S.I. 2001/2659, arts. 1(2), 3(11); S.I. 2001/3538, art. 2(1)

C7S. 296 applied by 1989 c. 40, s. 169(2A) (as inserted (28.11.2017) by The Central Securities Depositories Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1064), regs. 1, 3(15)(a) (with regs. 7(4), 9(1)))

Marginal Citations

[F161296AAdditional power to direct [F162recognised central counterparties]U.K.

(1)The Bank of England may direct a [F163recognised central counterparty] to take, or refrain from taking, specified action if the Bank is satisfied that it is necessary to give the direction, having regard to the public interest in—

(a)protecting and enhancing the stability of the UK financial system,

(b)maintaining public confidence in the stability of the UK financial system,

(c)maintaining the continuity of the F164... clearing services provided by the [F165recognised central counterparty], and

(d)maintaining and enhancing the financial resilience of the [F165recognised central counterparty].

(2)The direction may, in particular—

(a)specify the time for compliance with the direction,

(b)require the rules of the [F165recognised central counterparty] to be amended, and

(c)override such rules (whether generally or in their application to a particular case).

(3)The direction may not require the [F165recognised central counterparty]—

(a)to take any steps for the purpose of securing its compliance with—

(i)the recognition requirements, or

(ii)any obligation of a kind mentioned in section 296(1)(b) or (1A), or

(b)to accept a transfer of property, rights or liabilities of another [F165recognised central counterparty].

(4)If the direction is given in reliance on section 298(7) the Bank must, within a reasonable time of giving the direction, give the [F165recognised central counterparty] a statement of its reasons—

(a)for giving the direction, and

(b)for relying on section 298(7).

(5)The direction is enforceable, on the application of the Bank, by an injunction or, in Scotland, by an order for specific performance under section 45 of the Court of Session Act 1988.

(6)The Bank may revoke a direction given under this section.]

Textual Amendments

297 Revoking recognition.U.K.

(1)A recognition order [F166in respect of a recognised investment exchange or in respect of a recognised clearing house which is not a recognised central counterparty] may be revoked by an order made by [F167the appropriate regulator] at the request, or with the consent, of the recognised body concerned.

[F168(1A)A central counterparty recognition order may be revoked by an order made by the Bank of England in accordance with Article 20 of the EMIR regulation.]

[F169(1B)A CSD recognition order may be revoked by an order made by the Bank of England in accordance with Article 20 of the CSD regulation.]

(2)If it appears to [F170the appropriate regulator] that a recognised body [F171which is not a recognised central counterparty] [F172or a recognised CSD]—

(a)is failing, or has failed, to satisfy the recognition requirements, or

(b)is failing, or has failed, to comply with any other obligation imposed on it by or under this Act,

it may make an order revoking the recognition order for that body even though the body does not wish the order to be made.

[F173(2A)If it appears to [F174the appropriate regulator] that a recognised body [F175which is not a recognised central counterparty] [F176or a recognised CSD] F177...—

(a)has not carried on the business of an investment exchange [F178or (as the case may be) of a clearing house] during the period of twelve months beginning with the day on which the recognition order took effect in relation to it,

(b)has not carried on the business of an investment exchange [F179or (as the case may be) of a clearing house] at any time during the period of six months ending with the relevant day, or

(c)has failed, or is likely to fail, to comply with any obligation imposed on it by [F180any qualifying provision] specified (or of a description specified) [F181for the purposes of this subsection] in an order made by the Treasury,

it may make an order revoking the recognition order for that body even though the body does not wish the order to be made.

(2B)The “relevant day”, for the purposes of paragraph (b) of subsection (2A), is the day on which the power to make an order under that subsection is exercised.

(2C)Subsection (2A) does not apply to an overseas investment exchange [F182or overseas clearing house].]

[F183(2D)If it appears to the Bank of England that a recognised central counterparty [F184or a recognised CSD] has failed, or is likely to fail, to comply with an obligation imposed on it by or under Article 4 or 15 of the SFT regulation it may make an order revoking the recognition order for that body even though the body does not wish the order to be made.]

(3)An order under this section (“a revocation order”) must specify the date on which it is to take effect.

(4)In the case of a revocation order made under subsection (2) [F185or (2A)], the specified date must not be earlier than the end of the period of three months beginning with the day on which the order is made.

(5)A revocation order may contain such transitional provisions as [F186the appropriate regulator] thinks necessary or expedient.

F187(6). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

F167Words in s. 297(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 15(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F170Words in s. 297(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 15(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F174Words in s. 297(2A) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 15(3)(a)(i) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F177Words in s. 297(2A) omitted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 15(3)(a)(ii) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F178Words in s. 297(2A)(a) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 15(3)(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F179Words in s. 297(2A)(b) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 15(3)(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F182Words in s. 297(2C) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 15(4) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F186Words in s. 297(5) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 15(5) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C8S. 297 amended (temp. from 3.9.2001 to 1.12.2001) by S.I. 2001/2659, arts. 1(2), 3(11); S.I. 2001/3538, art. 2(1)

298 Directions and revocation: procedure.U.K.

(1)Before giving a direction under section 296 [F188or 296A], or making a revocation order under section [F189297(1B), (2),] [F190(2A) or (2D)], [F191the appropriate regulator] must—

(a)give written notice of its intention to do so to the recognised body concerned;

F192(b). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

F193(c). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(2)A notice under subsection (1) must—

(a)state why [F194the appropriate regulator] intends to give the direction or make the order; and

(b)draw attention to the right to make representations conferred by subsection (3).

(3)Before the end of the period for making representations—

(a)the recognised body,

F195(b). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

F196(c). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

may make representations to [F197the appropriate regulator].

[F198(4)The period for making representations is such period as is specified in the notice (which may, in any particular case, be extended by the appropriate regulator).]

(5)In deciding whether to—

(a)give a direction, or

(b)make a revocation order,

[F199the appropriate regulator] must have regard to any representations made in accordance with subsection (3).

(6)When [F200the appropriate regulator] has decided whether to give a direction under section 296 [F201or 296A] or to make the proposed revocation order, it must—

(a)give the recognised body written notice of its decision; F202... [F203and

(aa)in the case of a direction under section 296 given to a recognised CSD F204... or a revocation order under section 297(1B), give the recognised CSD F204... reasons for its decision.]

F202(b). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

[F205(6A)If the appropriate regulator—

(a)gives a direction under section 296 to a recognised body because it has failed, or is likely to fail, to comply with an obligation imposed on it by or under Article 4 or 15 of the SFT regulation;

[F206(aa)gives any other direction under section 296 to a recognised CSD;

F207(ab). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(ac)makes a revocation order under section 297(1B);]

(b)makes a revocation order under section 297(2A)(c) because a recognised body has failed, or is likely to fail, to comply with an obligation imposed on it by or under Article 4 or 15 of the SFT regulation; or

(c)makes a revocation order under section 297(2D),

the body concerned may refer the matter to the Tribunal.]

(7)If [F208the appropriate regulator] [F209reasonably considers it necessary] to do so, it may give a direction under section 296 [F210or 296A]—

(a)without following the procedure set out in this section; or

(b)if [F208the appropriate regulator] has begun to follow that procedure, regardless of whether the period for making representations has expired.

[F211(7A)Subsection (7) does not apply in relation to a direction given to a recognised CSD F212... under section 296.

F213(7B). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .]

(8)If [F214the appropriate regulator] has, in relation to a particular matter, followed the procedure set out in subsections (1) to (5), it need not follow it again if, in relation to that matter, it decides to take action other than that specified in its notice under subsection (1).

F215(9). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

F188Words in s. 298(1) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 16(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F191Words in s. 298(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 16(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F192S. 298(1)(b) omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 32(2), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F193S. 298(1)(c) omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 32(2), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F194Words in s. 298(2)(a) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 16(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F195S. 298(3)(b) omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 32(3), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F196S. 298(3)(c) omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 32(3), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F197Words in s. 298(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 16(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F199Words in s. 298(5) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 16(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F200Words in s. 298(6) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 16(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F201Words in s. 298(6) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 16(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F202S. 298(6)(b) and word omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 32(5), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F208Words in s. 298(7) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 16(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F209Words in s. 298(7) substituted (1.4.2013) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 32(6), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F210Words in s. 298(7) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 16(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F214Words in s. 298(8) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 16(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C9S. 298 amended (temp. from 3.9.2001 to 1.12.2001) by S.I. 2001/2659, arts. 1(2), 3(11); S.I. 2001/3538, art. 2(1)

C11S. 298 applied by S.I. 2014/2879, reg. 5M(4) (as inserted (28.11.2017) by The Central Securities Depositories Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1064), regs. 1, 5(9) (with regs. 7(4), 9(1)))

Commencement Information

I8S. 298 wholly in force at 1.12.2001; s. 298 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 431(2); s. 298 in force for specified purposes at 3.9.2001 by S.I. 2001/2632, art. 2 Sch. Pt. 2; s. 298 in force in so far as not already in force at 1.12.2001 by S.I. 2001/3538, art. 2(1)

299 Complaints about recognised bodies.U.K.

(1)The [F216appropriate regulator] must make arrangements for the investigation of any relevant complaint about a recognised body.

(2)“Relevant complaint” means a complaint which the [F217appropriate regulator] considers is relevant to the question of whether the body concerned should remain a recognised body.

Textual Amendments

F216Words in s. 299(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 17 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F217Words in s. 299(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 17 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

300 Extension of functions of Tribunal.U.K.

(1)If the Treasury are satisfied that the condition mentioned in subsection (2) is satisfied, they may by order confer functions on the Tribunal with respect to disciplinary proceedings—

(a)of one or more investment exchanges in relation to which a recognition order under section 290 is in force or of such investment exchanges generally, F218...

(b)of one or more clearing houses in relation to which a recognition order under that section is in force or of such clearing houses generally [F219or

(c)of one or more central securities depositories in relation to which a recognition order under that section is in force or of such central securities depositories generally].

(2)The condition is that it is desirable to exercise the power conferred under subsection (1) with a view to ensuring that—

(a)decisions taken in disciplinary proceedings with respect to which functions are to be conferred on the Tribunal are consistent with—

(i)decisions of the Tribunal in cases arising under Part VIII; and

(ii)decisions taken in other disciplinary proceedings with respect to which the Tribunal has functions as a result of an order under this section; or

(b)the disciplinary proceedings are in accordance with the Convention rights.

(3)An order under this section may modify or exclude any provision made by or under this Act with respect to proceedings before the Tribunal.

(4)“Disciplinary proceedings” means proceedings under the rules of an investment exchange [F220, clearing house or central securities depository] in relation to [F221a contravention of Article 14 (prohibition of insider dealing and of unlawful disclosure of inside information) or Article 15 (prohibition of market manipulation) of the market abuse regulation by a person subject to the rules].

(5)“The Convention rights” has the meaning given in section 1 of the M5Human Rights Act 1998.

Textual Amendments

Marginal Citations

[F222Power to disallow excessive regulatory provisionU.K.

Textual Amendments

F222S. 300A and cross-heading inserted (20.12.2006) by Investment Exchanges and Clearing Houses Act 2006 (c. 55), ss. 1, 5(2) (with s. 5(3))

300APower of [F223appropriate regulator] to disallow excessive regulatory provisionU.K.

(1)This section applies where a recognised body proposes to make any regulatory provision in connection [F224with—

(a)its business as an investment exchange,

(b)the provision by it of clearing services, or

(c)the provision by it of services falling within section 285(2)(b) or (3)(b).]

(2)If it appears to the [F225appropriate regulator]—

(a)that the proposed provision will impose a requirement on persons affected (directly or indirectly) by it, and

(b)that the requirement is excessive,

the [F225appropriate regulator] may direct that the proposed provision must not be made.

(3)A requirement is excessive if—

(a)it is not required under F226... any enactment or rule of law in the United Kingdom, and

(b)either—

(i)it is not justified as pursuing a reasonable regulatory objective, or

(ii)it is disproportionate to the end to be achieved.

(4)In considering whether a requirement is excessive the [F227appropriate regulator] must have regard to all the relevant circumstances, including—

(a)the effect of existing legal and other requirements,

(b)the global character of financial services and markets and the international mobility of activity,

(c)the desirability of facilitating innovation, and

(d)the impact of the proposed provision on market confidence.

(5)In this section “requirement” includes any obligation or burden.

(6)Any provision made in contravention of a direction under this section is of no effect.]

Textual Amendments

F223Words in s. 300A heading substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 18(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F224Words in s. 300A(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 18(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F225Words in s. 300A(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 18(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F227Words in s. 300A(4) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 18(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

[F228300BDuty to notify proposal to make regulatory provisionU.K.

(1)A recognised body that proposes to make any regulatory provision must give written notice of the proposal to the [F229appropriate regulator] without delay.

(2)The [F229appropriate regulator] may by rules under section 293 (notification requirements)—

(a)specify descriptions of regulatory provision in relation to which, or circumstances in which, the duty in subsection (1) above does not apply, or

(b)provide that the duty applies only to specified descriptions of regulatory provision or in specified circumstances.

(3)The [F229appropriate regulator] may also by rules under that section—

(a)make provision as to the form and contents of the notice required, and

(b)require the body to provide such information relating to the proposal as may be specified in the rules or as the [F229appropriate regulator] may reasonably require.

Textual Amendments

F228Ss. 300B-300E inserted (20.12.2006) by Investment Exchanges and Clearing Houses Act 2006 (c. 55), ss. 2, 3, 5(2) (with s. 5(3))

F229Words in s. 300B substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 19 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

300CRestriction on making provision before [F230appropriate regulator] decides whether to actU.K.

(1)Where notice of a proposal to make regulatory provision is required to be given to the [F231appropriate regulator] under section 300B, the provision must not be made—

(a)before that notice is given, or

(b)subject to the following provisions of this section, before the end of the initial period.

(2)The initial period is—

(a)the period of 30 days beginning with the day on which the [F232appropriate regulator] receives notice of the proposal, or

(b)if any consultation period announced by the body in relation to the proposal ends after that 30-day period, the end of the consultation period.

(3)If before the end of the initial period the [F233appropriate regulator] notifies the body that it is calling in the proposal, the provisions of section 300D (consideration by [F233appropriate regulator] whether to disallow proposed provision) apply as to when the provision may be made.

(4)If—

(a)before the end of the initial period the [F234appropriate regulator] notifies the body that it is not calling in the proposal, or

(b)the initial period ends without the [F235appropriate regulator] having notified the body that it is calling in the proposal,

the body may then make the proposed provision.

(5)Any provision made in contravention of this section is of no effect.

Textual Amendments

F228Ss. 300B-300E inserted (20.12.2006) by Investment Exchanges and Clearing Houses Act 2006 (c. 55), ss. 2, 3, 5(2) (with s. 5(3))

F230Words in s. 300C heading substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 20 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F231Words in s. 300C(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 20 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F232Words in s. 300C(2)(a) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 20 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F233Words in s. 300C(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 20 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F234Words in s. 300C(4)(a) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 20 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F235Words in s. 300C(4)(b) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 20 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

300DConsideration by [F236appropriate regulator] whether to disallow proposed provisionU.K.

(1)This section applies where the [F237appropriate regulator] notifies a recognised body that it is calling in a proposal to make regulatory provision.

(2)The [F237appropriate regulator] must publish a notice—

(a)giving details of the proposed provision,

(b)stating that it has called in the proposal in order to consider whether to disallow it, and

(c)specifying a period during which representations with respect to that question may be made to it.

(3)The [F237appropriate regulator] may extend the period for making representations.

(4)The [F237appropriate regulator] must notify the body of its decision whether to disallow the provision not later than 30 days after the end of the period for making representations, and must publish the decision and the reasons for it.

(5)The body must not make the provision unless and until—

(a)the [F238appropriate regulator] notifies it of its decision not to disallow it, or

(b)the 30-day period specified in subsection (4) ends without the [F239appropriate regulator] having notified any decision.

(6)If [F240the appropriate regulator] notifies the body of its decision to disallow the provision and that decision is questioned in legal proceedings—

(a)the body must not make the provision until those proceedings, and any proceedings on appeal, are finally determined,

(b)if [F241the appropriate regulator's] decision is quashed and the matter is remitted to it for reconsideration, the court may give directions as to the period within which [F242the regulator concerned] is to complete its reconsideration, and

(c)the body must not make the provision until—

(i)[F243the appropriate regulator] notifies it of its decision on reconsideration not to disallow the provision, or

(ii)the period specified by the court ends without [F244the appropriate regulator] having notified any decision.

(7)Any provision made in contravention of subsection (5) or (6) is of no effect.

Textual Amendments

F228Ss. 300B-300E inserted (20.12.2006) by Investment Exchanges and Clearing Houses Act 2006 (c. 55), ss. 2, 3, 5(2) (with s. 5(3))

F236Words in s. 300D heading substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 21(4) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F237Words in s. 300D(1)-(4) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 21(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F238Words in s. 300D(5)(a) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 21(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F239Words in s. 300D(5)(b) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 21(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F240Words in s. 300D(6) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 21(3)(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F241Words in s. 300D(6)(b) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 21(3)(b)(i) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F242Words in s. 300D(6)(b) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 21(3)(b)(ii) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F243Words in s. 300D(6)(c)(i) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 21(3)(c) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F244Words in s. 300D(6)(c)(ii) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 21(3)(c) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

300EPower to disallow excessive regulatory provision: supplementaryU.K.

(1)In sections 300A to 300D—

(a)“regulatory provision” means any rule, guidance, arrangements, policy or practice, and

(b)references to making provision shall be read accordingly as including, as the case may require, issuing guidance, entering into arrangements or adopting a policy or practice.

(2)For the purposes of those sections a variation of a proposal is treated as a new proposal.

(3)Those sections do not apply to an overseas investment exchange [F245, overseas clearing house [F246, recognised central counterparty or recognised CSD]].]

Textual Amendments

F228Ss. 300B-300E inserted (20.12.2006) by Investment Exchanges and Clearing Houses Act 2006 (c. 55), ss. 2, 3, 5(2) (with s. 5(3))

Other mattersU.K.

301 Supervision of certain contracts.U.K.

(1)The Secretary of State and the Treasury, acting jointly, may by regulations provide for—

(a)Part VII of the M6Companies Act 1989 (financial markets and insolvency), and

(b)Part V of the M7Companies (No. 2)(Northern Ireland) Order 1990,

to apply to relevant contracts as it applies to contracts connected with a recognised body.

(2)“Relevant contracts” means contracts of a prescribed description in relation to which settlement arrangements are provided by a person for the time being included in a list (“the list”) maintained by [F247the Bank of England] for the purposes of this section.

(3)Regulations may be made under this section only if the Secretary of State and the Treasury are satisfied, having regard to the extent to which the relevant contracts concerned are contracts of a kind dealt in by persons supervised by [F248the FCA or the Bank of England], that it is appropriate for the arrangements mentioned in subsection (2) to be supervised by [F249the Bank].

(4)The approval of the Treasury is required for—

(a)the conditions set by the [F250Bank of England] for admission to the list; and

(b)the arrangements for admission to, and removal from, the list.

(5)If the Treasury withdraw an approval given by them under subsection (4), all regulations made under this section and then in force are to be treated as suspended.

(6)But if—

(a)the [F251Bank of England] changes the conditions or arrangements (or both), and

(b)the Treasury give a fresh approval under subsection (4),

the suspension of the regulations ends on such date as the Treasury may, in giving the fresh approval, specify.

(7)The [F252Bank of England] must—

(a)publish the list as for the time being in force; and

(b)provide a certified copy of it to any person who wishes to refer to it in legal proceedings.

(8)A certified copy of the list is evidence (or in Scotland sufficient evidence) of the contents of the list.

(9)A copy of the list which purports to be certified by or on behalf of the [F253Bank of England] is to be taken to have been duly certified unless the contrary is shown.

(10)Regulations under this section may, in relation to a person included in the list—

(a)apply (with such exceptions, additions and modifications as appear to the Secretary of State and the Treasury to be necessary or expedient) such provisions of, or made under, this Act as they consider appropriate;

(b)provide for the provisions of Part VII of the M8Companies Act 1989 and Part V of the M9Companies (No. 2)(Northern Ireland) Order 1990 to apply (with such exceptions, additions or modifications as appear to the Secretary of State and the Treasury to be necessary or expedient).

Textual Amendments

F247Words in s. 301(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 22(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F248Words in s. 301(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 22(3)(a) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F249Words in s. 301(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 22(3)(b) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F250Words in s. 301(4)(a) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 22(4) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F251Words in s. 301(6)(a) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 22(4) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F252Words in s. 301(7) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 22(4) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F253Words in s. 301(9) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 22(4) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Marginal Citations

[F254CHAPTER 1AU.K.CONTROL OVER RECOGNISED INVESTMENT EXCHANGE

Textual Amendments

Notices of acquisitions of control over recognised investment exchangesU.K.

301AObligation to notify [F255the FCA]: acquisitions of controlU.K.

(1) A person who decides to acquire or increase control over a recognised investment exchange must give [F256the FCA] notice in writing before making the acquisition.

(2)A person who acquires or increases control over a recognised investment exchange in circumstances where notice is not required under subsection (1) must give [F257the FCA] notice in writing before the end of 14 days beginning with—

(a)the day the person acquired or increased the control; or

(b)if later, the day on which the person first became aware that the control had been acquired or increased.

(3)For the purposes of calculations relating to this section, the holding of shares or voting power by a person (“A1”) includes any shares or voting power held by another (“A2”) if A1 and A2 are acting in concert.

(4)A notice given under this section is a “section 301A notice” and a person giving notice is a “section 301A notice-giver”.

[F258(5)Nothing in this Chapter applies to an overseas investment exchange.]

Textual Amendments

F255Words in s. 301A heading substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 23 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F256Words in s. 301A(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 23 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F257Words in s. 301A(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 23 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

301BRequirements for section 301A noticesU.K.

(1) A section 301A notice must be in such form, include such information and be accompanied by such documents as the [F259FCA] may reasonably require.

(2)The [F259FCA] must publish a list of its requirements as to the form, information and accompanying documents for a section 301A notice.

(3)The [F259FCA] may impose different requirements for different cases and may vary or waive requirements in particular cases.

Textual Amendments

F259Word in s. 301B(1)-(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 24 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

301CAcknowledgment of receiptU.K.

(1) The [F260FCA] must acknowledge receipt of a section 301A notice in writing before the end of the second working day following receipt.

(2)If the [F261FCA] receives an incomplete section 301A notice it must inform the section 301A notice-giver as soon as reasonably practicable.

Textual Amendments

F260Word in s. 301C(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 25 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F261Word in s. 301C(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 25 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Acquiring and increasing controlU.K.

301DAcquiring and increasing controlU.K.

(1) For the purposes of this Chapter, a person (“A”) acquires control over a recognised investment exchange (“B”) if any of the cases in subsection (2) begin to apply.

(2)The cases are where A holds—

(a)20% or more of the shares in B or in a parent undertaking of B (“P”);

(b)20% or more of the voting power in B or P; or

(c)shares or voting power in B or P as a result of which A is able to exercise significant influence over the management of B.

(3)For the purposes of this Chapter, a person (“A”) increases control over a recognised investment exchange (“B”) whenever—

(a)the percentage of shares which A holds in B or in a parent undertaking of B (“P”) increases from less than 50% to 50% or more;

(b)the percentage of voting power A holds in B or P increases from less than 50% to 50% or more; or

(c)A becomes a parent undertaking of B.

301EDisregarded holdingsU.K.

(1) For the purpose of section 301D, shares and voting power that a person holds in a recognised investment exchange (“B”) or in a parent undertaking of B (“P”) are disregarded in the following circumstances.

(2)Shares held only for the purposes of clearing and settling within a short settlement cycle are disregarded.

(3)Shares held by a custodian or its nominee in a custodian capacity are disregarded, provided that the custodian or nominee is only able to exercise voting power represented by the shares in accordance with instructions given in writing.

(4)Shares representing no more than 5% of the total voting power in B or P held by an investment firm are disregarded, provided that it—

(a)holds the shares in the capacity of a market maker (as defined in [F262Article 2(1)(6) of the markets in financial instruments regulation]);

[F263(b)has a Part 4A permission to carry on a regulated activity which is any of the investment services or activities; and]

(c)neither intervenes in the management of B or P nor exerts any influence on B or P to buy the shares or back the share price.

(5)Shares held by a [F264qualifying credit institution] or investment firm in its trading book are disregarded, provided that—

(a)the shares represent no more than 5% of the total voting power in B or P; and

(b)F265... the voting power is not exercised nor otherwise used to intervene in the management of B or P.

(6)Shares held by a [F266qualifying credit institution] or an investment firm are disregarded, provided that—

(a)the shares are held as a result of performing the investment services and activities of—

(i)underwriting a share issue; or

(ii)placing shares on a firm commitment basis F267...; and

(b)the [F268qualifying credit institution] or investment firm—

(i)does not exercise voting power represented by the shares or otherwise intervene in the management of the issuer; and

(ii)retains the holding for a period of less than one year.

(7)Where a management company (as defined in [F269section 237(2)]) and its parent undertaking both hold shares or voting power, each may disregard holdings of the other, provided that each exercises its voting power independently of the other.

(8)But subsection (7) does not apply if the management company—

[F270(a)manages holdings for its parent undertaking or a controlled undertaking of the parent undertaking;]

(b)has no discretion as to the exercise of the voting power attached to such holdings; and

(c)may only exercise the voting power in relation to such holdings under direct or indirect instruction from—

(i)the parent undertaking; or

[F271(ii)a controlled undertaking of the parent undertaking.]

(9)Where an investment firm and its parent undertaking both hold shares or voting power, the parent undertaking may disregard holdings managed by the investment firm on a client by client basis and the investment firm may disregard holdings of the parent undertaking, provided that the investment firm—

(a)has permission to provide portfolio management;

(b)exercises its voting power independently from the parent undertaking; and

(c)may only exercise the voting power under instructions given in writing, or has appropriate mechanisms in place for ensuring that individual portfolio management services are conducted independently of any other services.

[F272(9A)Shares acquired for stabilisation purposes in accordance with [F273the market abuse regulation and Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No. 1052/2016 of 8 March 2016 supplementing Regulation (EU) No. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and the Council with regard to the regulatory technical standards for conditions applicable to buy-back programmes and stabilisation measures] are disregarded, provided that the voting power attached to those shares is not exercised or otherwise used to intervene in the management of B or P.]

[F274(10)For the purposes of this section, an undertaking is a controlled undertaking of the parent undertaking if it is controlled by the parent undertaking; and for this purpose the question of whether one undertaking controls another is to be determined in accordance with section 89J(4) and (5).]

Textual Amendments

F265Words in s. 301E(5)(b) omitted (1.11.2015 for specified purposes, 31.5.2016 in so far as not already in force) by virtue of The Transparency Regulations 2015 (S.I. 2015/1755), regs. 1(2)(4), 6(2)(a)

F272S. 301E(9A) inserted (1.11.2015 for specified purposes, 31.5.2016 in so far as not already in force) by The Transparency Regulations 2015 (S.I. 2015/1755), regs. 1(2)(4), 6(2)(b)

Assessment procedureU.K.

301FAssessment: generalU.K.

(1) Where the [F275FCA] receives a section 301A notice, it must—

(a)determine whether to approve the acquisition to which it relates; or

(b)propose to object to the acquisition.

(2)In making its determination the [F275FCA] must—

(a)consider the suitability of the section 301A notice-giver and the financial soundness of the acquisition in order to ensure the sound and prudent management of the recognised investment exchange in question; and

(b)have regard to the likely influence that the section 301A notice-giver will have on the recognised investment exchange.

(3)The [F275FCA] may only object to an acquisition if it is not satisfied that the approval requirement is met.

(4)The approval requirement is that the acquisition in question by the notice-giver does not pose a threat to the sound and prudent management of any financial market operated by the recognised investment exchange.

Textual Amendments

F275Word in s. 301F(1)-(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 26 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

301GAssessment: ProcedureU.K.

(1) The [F276FCA] must act under section 301F within a period three months from the date the [F276FCA] receives the completed section 301A notice (“the assessment period”).

(2)The [F277FCA] must inform the section 301A notice-giver in writing of—

(a)the duration of the assessment period; and

(b)its expiry date.

(3)The [F277FCA] must, within two working days of acting under section 301F (and in any event no later than the expiry date of the assessment period)—

(a)notify the section 301A notice-giver that it has determined to approve the acquisition; or

(b)in the case of a proposed objection to an acquisition, give a warning notice.

(4)The [F277FCA] is treated as having approved the acquisition if, at the expiry of the assessment period, it has neither—

(a)given notice under subsection (3); nor

(b)informed the section 301A notice-giver that the notice is incomplete.

(5)If the [F277FCA] decides to object to an acquisition it must give the section 301A notice-giver a decision notice.

(6)Following receipt of a decision notice under this section, the section 301A notice-giver may refer [F278the FCA's] decision to the Tribunal.

Textual Amendments

F276Word in s. 301G(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 27(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F277Word in s. 301G(2)-(5) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 27(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F278Words in s. 301G(6) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 27(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

301HDuration of approvalU.K.

(1) Approval of an acquisition is effective for such period as [F279the FCA] may specify in writing.

(2)Where [F280the FCA] has specified a period under subsection (1), it may extend the period.

(3)Where [F281the FCA] has not specified a period, the approval is effective for one year beginning with the date—

(a)of the notice given under section 301G(3)(a);

(b)on which [F281the FCA] is treated as having given approval under section 301G(5); or

(c)of a decision on a reference to the Tribunal which results in the person receiving approval.

Textual Amendments

F279Words in s. 301H(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 28 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F280Words in s. 301H(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 28 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F281Words in s. 301H(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 28 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Enforcement proceduresU.K.

301IObjections by the [F282FCA]U.K.

(1) The [F282FCA] may object to a person's control over a recognised investment exchange in any of the circumstances specified in subsection (2).

(2)The circumstances are that the [F282FCA] reasonably believes that—

(a)the person acquired or increased control without giving notice under section 301A in circumstances where notice was required; and

(b)there are grounds for objecting to control on the basis of the approval requirement in section 301F(4).

(3)If the [F282FCA] proposes to object to a person's control over a recognised investment exchange, it must give that person a warning notice.

(4)If the [F282FCA] decides to object to a person's control over a UK authorised person, it must give that person a decision notice.

(5)A person to whom the [F282FCA] gives a decision notice under this section may refer the matter to the Tribunal.

Textual Amendments

F282Word in s. 301I(1)-(5) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 29 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

301JRestriction noticesU.K.

(1) The [F283FCA] may give notice in writing (a “restriction notice”) to a person in the following circumstances.

(2)The circumstances are that—

(a)the person has control over a recognised investment exchange by virtue of holding shares or voting power; and

(b)in relation to the shares or voting power, the [F284FCA] has given the person a warning notice or a decision notice under section 301G or 301I or a final notice which confirms a decision notice given under section 301G or 301I.

(3)In a restriction notice, the [F285FCA] may direct that shares or voting power to which the notice relates are, until further notice, subject to one or more of the following restrictions—

(a)except by court order, an agreement to transfer or a transfer of any such shares or voting power or, in the case of unissued shares, any agreement to transfer or transfer of the right to be issued with them, is void;

(b)no voting power is to be exercisable;

(c)no further shares are to be issued in pursuance of any right of the holder of any such shares or voting power or in pursuance of any offer made to their holder;

(d)except in a liquidation, no payment is to be made of any sums due from the body corporate on any such shares, whether in respect of capital or otherwise.

(4)A restriction notice takes effect—

(a)immediately; or

(b)on such date as may be specified in the notice.

(5)A restriction notice does not extinguish rights which would be enjoyable but for the notice.

(6)A copy of the restriction notice must be served on—

(a)the recognised investment exchange in question; and

(b)in the case of shares or voting power held in a parent undertaking of a recognised investment exchange, the parent undertaking.

(7)A person to whom the [F286FCA] gives a restriction notice may refer the matter to the Tribunal.

Textual Amendments

F283Word in s. 301J(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 30 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F284Word in s. 301J(2)(b) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 30 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F285Word in s. 301J(3) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 30 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F286Word in s. 301J(7) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 30 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

301KOrders for sale of sharesU.K.

(1) The court may, on the application of [F287the FCA], order the sale of shares or the disposition of voting power in the following circumstances.

(2)The circumstances are that—

(a)a person has control over a recognised investment exchange by virtue of holding the shares or voting power; and

(b)the acquisition or continued holding of the shares or voting power by that person is in contravention of a final notice which confirms a decision notice given under section 301G or section 301I.

(3)Where the court orders the sale of shares or disposition of voting power it may—

(a)if a restriction notice has been given in relation to the shares or voting power, order that the restrictions cease to apply; and

(b)make any further order.

(4)Where the court makes an order under this section, it must take into account the level of holding that the person would have been entitled to acquire, or to continue to hold, without contravening the final notice.

(5)If shares are sold or voting power disposed of in pursuance of an order under this section, any proceeds, less the costs of the sale or disposition, must be paid into court for the benefit of the persons beneficially interested in them; and any such person may apply to the court for payment of a whole or part of the proceeds.

(6)The jurisdiction conferred by this section may be exercised by the High Court and the Court of Session.

Textual Amendments

F287Words in s. 301K(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 31 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

OffencesU.K.

301LOffences under this ChapterU.K.

(1) A person who fails to comply with an obligation to notify [F288the FCA] under section 301A(1) or (2) is guilty of an offence.

(2)A person who gives notice to [F289the FCA] under section 301A(1) and makes the acquisition to which the notice relates before the expiry date of the assessment period is guilty of an offence unless [F289the FCA] has approved the acquisition.

(3)A person who makes an acquisition in contravention of a warning notice or a decision notice given under section 301G or a final notice which confirms a decision notice under that section is guilty of an offence.

(4)A person who makes an acquisition after [F290the FCA's] approval for the acquisition has ceased to be effective by virtue of section 301H is guilty of an offence.

(5)A person who provides information to [F291the FCA] which is false in a material particular is guilty of an offence.

(6)A person who breaches a direction contained in a restriction notice given under section 301J is guilty of an offence.

(7)A person guilty of an offence under subsection (1), (2) or (4) to (6) is liable—

(a)on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding the statutory maximum; or

(b)on conviction on indictment, to a fine.

(8)A person guilty of an offence under subsection (3) is liable—

(a)on summary conviction, to a fine not exceeding the statutory maximum; or

(b)on conviction on indictment, to imprisonment for a term not exceeding two years or a fine, or both.

(9)It is a defence for a person charged with an offence under subsection (1) in relation to section 301A(2) to show that the person had, at the time of the alleged offence, no knowledge of the act or circumstances by virtue of which the duty to notify [F292the FCA] arose.

Textual Amendments

F288Words in s. 301L(1) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 32(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F289Words in s. 301L(2) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 32(2) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F290Words in s. 301L(4) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 32(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F291Words in s. 301L(5) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 32(4) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F292Words in s. 301L(9) substituted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 32(4) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

InterpretationU.K.

301MInterpretationU.K.

(1) In this Chapter—

  • “acquisition” means the acquisition of control or of an increase in control over a recognised investment exchange;

  • F293...

  • “shares” and “voting power” have the same meaning as in section 422.

(2)For the purposes of this Chapter, a “working day” is a day other than—

(a)a Saturday or a Sunday; or

(b)a day which is a bank holiday in England and Wales under the Banking and Financial Dealings Act 1971.]

Textual Amendments

Chapter IIU.K. Competition Scrutiny

F294302 Interpretation.U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F294Pt. 18 Ch. 2 omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 34(a), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Role of [F295Office of Fair Trading] U.K.

Textual Amendments

F295S. 303: cross-heading substituted (1.4.2003) by Enterprise Act 2002 (c. 40), ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 40(10)(f); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F294303 Initial report by [F296OFT].U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F294Pt. 18 Ch. 2 omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 34(a), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F296S. 303: words in sidenote substituted (1.4.2003) by Enterprise Act 2002 (c. 40), ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 40(10)(f); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F294304 Further reports by [F297OFT].U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F294Pt. 18 Ch. 2 omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 34(a), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F297Words in s. 304 substituted (1.4.2003) by Enterprise Act 2002 (c. 40), ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 40(11)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F294305 Investigations by [F298OFT].U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F294Pt. 18 Ch. 2 omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 34(a), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F298Words in s. 305 substituted (1.4.2003) by Enterprise Act 2002 (c. 40), ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 40(12); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

Role of Competition CommissionU.K.

F294306 Consideration by Competition Commission.U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F294Pt. 18 Ch. 2 omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 34(a), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Role of the TreasuryU.K.

F294307 Recognition orders: role of the Treasury.U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F294Pt. 18 Ch. 2 omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 34(a), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F294308 Directions by the Treasury.U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F294Pt. 18 Ch. 2 omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 34(a), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F294309 Statements by the Treasury.U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F294Pt. 18 Ch. 2 omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 34(a), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F294310 Procedure on exercise of certain powers by the Treasury.U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F294Pt. 18 Ch. 2 omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 34(a), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

Chapter IIIU.K. Exclusion from the Competition Act 1998

F299311 The Chapter I prohibition.U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F299Pt. 18 Ch. 3omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 34(b), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

F299312 The Chapter II prohibition.U.K.

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Textual Amendments

F299Pt. 18 Ch. 3omitted (1.4.2013) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 34(b), 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

CHAPTER 3AU.K.F300...

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[F301CHAPTER 3BU.K.Disciplinary measures

Textual Amendments

F301Pt. 18 Ch. 3B inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), ss. 33, 122(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(b)(c), Sch. Pts. 2, 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

312EPublic censureU.K.

(1)If the appropriate regulator considers that a recognised body has contravened a relevant requirement imposed on the body, it may publish a statement to that effect.

F302(1A). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(2)Where the FCA is the appropriate regulator, a requirement is a “relevant requirement” for the purposes of this Chapter if it is—

(a)a requirement that is imposed by or under any provision of this Part that relates to a recognised investment exchange,

(b)a requirement that is imposed under any other provision of this Act by the FCA that relates to a recognised investment exchange,

(c)a requirement that is imposed by a [F303qualifying provision] specified, or of a description specified, for the purposes of this subsection by the Treasury by order, or

(d)a requirement that is imposed by this Act and whose contravention constitutes an offence that the FCA has power to prosecute under this Act (see section 401).

(3)Where the Bank of England is the appropriate regulator, a requirement is a “relevant requirement” for the purposes of this Chapter if it is—

(a)a requirement that is imposed by or under any provision of this Part that relates to a recognised clearing house [F304, third country central counterparty or a recognised CSD],

(b)a requirement that is imposed under any other provision of this Act by the Bank,

(c)a requirement that is imposed by [F305or under] a [F306qualifying provision] specified, or of a description specified, for the purposes of this subsection by the Treasury by order, or

(d)a requirement that is imposed by this Act and whose contravention constitutes an offence that the Bank has power to prosecute under this Act (see section 401, as applied by paragraph 31 of Schedule 17A).

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312FFinancial penaltiesU.K.

[F307(1)]If the appropriate regulator considers that a recognised body has contravened a relevant requirement imposed on the body, it may impose on the body a penalty, in respect of the contravention, of such amount as it considers appropriate.

F308(2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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[F309312FA.Central securities depositories: further disciplinary measuresU.K.

(1)If the Bank of England considers that a contravention by a recognised CSD of a relevant requirement occurred with the consent or connivance of, or was attributable to any neglect on the part of, a member of the management body or other person who effectively controls the business of the recognised CSD, the Bank of England may do one or both of the following—

(a)publish a statement to that effect;

(b)impose on that person a penalty, in respect of the contravention, of such amount as it considers appropriate.

(2)If the Bank of England considers that a member of the management body or other person who effectively controls the business of a recognised CSD is responsible for a contravention by the central securities depository of a relevant requirement, it may do one or more of the following—

(a)publish a statement to that effect;

(b)impose on that person a penalty, in respect of the contravention, of such amount as it considers appropriate;

(c)prohibit that person from holding an office or position involving responsibility for taking decisions about the management of the recognised CSD.

(3)A prohibition under subsection (2)(c) may apply—

(a)for a specified period,

(b)until further notice, or

(c)for repeated serious contraventions, permanently.

(4)The Bank of England may, on the application of the person subject to a prohibition under subsection (2)(c), vary or revoke the prohibition.

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Textual Amendments

312GProposal to take disciplinary measuresU.K.

[F311(1)If the appropriate regulator proposes to impose a sanction—

(a)on a recognised body under section 312E or 312F, or

(b)on a person under section 312FA,

it must give the body or person (as the case may be) a warning notice.]

(2)A warning notice about a proposal to publish a statement must set out the terms of the statement.

(3)A warning notice about a proposal to impose a penalty must state the amount of the penalty.

[F312(4)A warning notice about a proposal to impose a prohibition must specify the extent of the prohibition.

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312HDecision noticeU.K.

[F314(1)If the appropriate regulator decides to impose a sanction—

(a)on a recognised body under section 312E or 312F, or

(b)on a person under section 312FA,

it must give the body or person (as the case may be) a decision notice.]

(2)In the case of a statement, the decision notice must set out the terms of the statement.

(3)In the case of a penalty, the decision notice must state the amount of the penalty.

[F315(3A)In the case of a prohibition, the decision notice must specify the extent of the prohibition.

(3B)The sanction which the appropriate regulator decides to impose may differ from that proposed in the warning notice.]

[F316(4)If the appropriate regulator decides to impose a sanction—

(a)on a recognised body under section 312E or 312F, or

(b)on a person under section 312FA,

the body or person (as the case may be) may refer the matter to the Tribunal.

F317(5). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .]

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312IPublicationU.K.

After an appropriate regulator publishes a statement under section 312E [F318or 312FA], it must send a copy of the statement to—

(a)the recognised body [F319F320... or person] concerned, and

(b)any person to whom a copy of the decision notice was given under section 393(4).

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312JStatement of policyU.K.

(1)Each appropriate regulator must prepare and issue a statement of its policy with respect to—

(a)the imposition of penalties under [F321sections 312F and 312FA and prohibitions under section 312FA], F322...

(b)the amount of penalties under [F323those sections] [F324; and

(c)the period for which prohibitions under section 312FA are to have effect].

(2)An appropriate regulator's policy in determining what the amount of a penalty should be [F325, or what the period for which a prohibition is to have effect should be,] must include having regard to—

(a)the seriousness of the contravention in question in relation to the nature of the requirement concerned, F326...

(b)the extent to which that contravention was deliberate or reckless [F327; and

(c)whether the person against whom action is to be taken is an individual].

(3)An appropriate regulator may at any time alter or replace a statement issued by it under this section.

(4)If a statement issued by an appropriate regulator under this section is altered or replaced, the regulator must issue the altered or replacement statement.

(5)In exercising, or deciding whether to exercise, its power under section 312F [F328or 312FA] in the case of any particular contravention, an appropriate regulator must have regard to any statement of policy published by it under this section and in force at a time when the contravention in question occurred.

(6)A statement issued by an appropriate regulator under this section must be published by the regulator in the way appearing to the regulator to be best calculated to bring it to the attention of the public.

(7)An appropriate regulator may charge a reasonable fee for providing a person with a copy of the statement.

(8)An appropriate regulator must, without delay, give the Treasury a copy of any statement which it publishes under this section.

Textual Amendments

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C19S. 312J applied by S.I. 2014/2879, reg. 5C(8) (as inserted (28.11.2017) by The Central Securities Depositories Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1064), regs. 1, 5(9) (with regs. 7(4), 9(1)))

312KStatement of policy: procedureU.K.

(1)Before issuing a statement under section 312J, an appropriate regulator must publish a draft of the proposed statement in the way appearing to the regulator to be best calculated to bring it to the attention of the public.

(2)The draft must be accompanied by notice that representations about the proposal may be made to the regulator within a specified time.

(3)Before issuing the proposed statement, the regulator must have regard to any representations made to it in accordance with subsection (2).

(4)If the regulator issues the proposed statement it must publish an account, in general terms, of—

(a)the representations made to it in accordance with subsection (2), and

(b)its response to them.

(5)If the statement differs from the draft published under subsection (1) in a way which is, in the opinion of the regulator, significant, the regulator must (in addition to complying with subsection (4)) publish details of the difference.

(6)An appropriate regulator may charge a reasonable fee for providing a person with a copy of a draft published under subsection (1).

(7)This section also applies to a proposal to alter or replace a statement.]

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

C20S. 312K applied by S.I. 2014/2879, reg. 5C(8) (as inserted (28.11.2017) by The Central Securities Depositories Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1064), regs. 1, 5(9) (with regs. 7(4), 9(1)))

Chapter IVU.K.

InterpretationU.K.

313 Interpretation of Part XVIII.U.K.

(1)In this Part—

  • “application” means an application for a recognition order made under section 287 [F329, 288 or 288A];

  • “applicant” means a [F330person who] has applied for a recognition order;

  • F331...

  • [F332“central counterparty” means a body corporate or unincorporated association which interposes itself between the counterparties to the contracts traded on one or more financial markets, becoming the buyer to every seller and the seller to every buyer;]

  • [F332“central counterparty recognition order” means a recognition order made under section 290(1)(b);]

  • [F332“clearing”, in relation to a central counterparty, means the process of establishing positions, including the calculation of net obligations and ensuring that financial instruments, cash, or both, are available to secure the exposures arising from those positions; and “clearing services”, in relation to a central counterparty, is to be read accordingly;]

  • [F333“CSD recognition order” means a recognition order made under section 290(1)(d);]

  • F334...

  • [F332“the EMIR regulation” means Regulation (EU) 648/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2012 on OTC derivatives, central counterparties and trade repositories [F335as [F336it forms part of retained EU law]], and any [F337reference to requirements contained in or to functions under the EMIR regulation includes a reference (as the case may be) to requirements contained in or to functions under—

    (a)

    any EU regulation, originally made under the EMIR regulation, which is retained direct EU legislation; or

    (b)

    any subordinate legislation (within the meaning of the Interpretation Act 1978) made under the EMIR regulation on or after IP completion day;]]

  • [F338“multilateral trading facility” means a UK multilateral trading facility as defined by Article 2(1)(14A) of the markets in financial instruments regulation;]

  • [F339“organised trading facility” means a UK organised trading facility as defined by Article 2(1)(15A) of the markets in financial instruments regulation;]

  • F340...

  • “overseas applicant” means a body corporate or association which has neither its head office nor its registered office in the United Kingdom and which has applied for a recognition order;

  • “overseas investment exchange” means a body corporate or association which has neither its head office nor its registered office in the United Kingdom and in relation to which a recognition order is in force;

  • [F341“overseas clearing house” means a body corporate or association which is not a central counterparty and has neither its head office nor its registered office in the United Kingdom and in relation to which a recognition order is in force;]

  • “recognised body” means a recognised investment exchange [F342, a recognised clearing house or a recognised CSD] [F343, and in Chapter 3B also includes a third country central counterparty];

  • [F332“recognised central counterparty” has the meaning given in section 285;]

  • “recognised clearing house” has the meaning given in section 285;

  • [F333“recognised CSD” has the meaning given in section 285;]

  • “recognised investment exchange” has the meaning given in section 285;

  • “recognition order” means an order made under section 290 or 292;

  • “recognition requirements” has the meaning given by section 286;

  • [F344“regulated market” means a UK regulated market as defined by Article 2(1)(13A) of the markets in financial instruments regulation;]

  • “remedial direction” has the meaning given in section 308(8);

  • “revocation order” has the meaning given in section 297.

  • [F345“Tier 2 third country central counterparty” means a third country central counterparty which has been determined by the Bank of England to be systemically important or likely to become systemically important in accordance with Article 25.2a of the EMIR regulation;]

  • [F346“trading venue” means a multilateral trading facility, a regulated market or an organised trading facility.]

  • F331...

[F347(1A)For the purposes of this Part, a clearing house does not include a central securities depository.]

(2)References in this Part to rules of an investment exchange (or a clearing house [F348or central securities depository]) are to rules made, or conditions imposed, by the investment exchange (or the clearing house [F348or central securities depository]) with respect to—

(a)recognition requirements;

(b)admission of persons to, or their exclusion from the use of, its facilities; or

(c)matters relating to its constitution.

(3)References in this Part to guidance issued by an investment exchange are references to guidance issued, or any recommendation made, in writing or other legible form and intended to have continuing effect, by the investment exchange to—

(a)all or any class of its members or users, or

(b)persons seeking to become members of the investment exchange or to use its facilities,

with respect to any of the matters mentioned in subsection (2)(a) to (c).

(4)References in this Part to guidance issued by a clearing house are to guidance issued, or any recommendation made, in writing or other legible form and intended to have continuing effect, by the clearing house to—

(a)all or any class of its members, or

(b)persons using or seeking to use its services,

with respect to the provision by it or its members of clearing services [F349or services falling within section 285(3)(b)].

Textual Amendments

F346Words in s. 313(1) inserted (29.6.2017 for specified purposes, 3.7.2017 for specified purposes, 31.7.2017 for specified purposes, 3.1.2018 in so far as not already in force) by The Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Markets in Financial Instruments) Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/701), reg. 1(2)(3)(4)(6), Sch. 2 para. 38(d) (with reg. 7)

F349Words in s. 313(4) inserted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 8 para. 36(3) (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.

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