Securities Law

Providing a comprehensive analysis and explanation of the law and procedure of the UK securities markets, Securities Law: - Explains the EU regulations in depth and how they apply in the UK - Presents analysis of English private law issues relating to securities transactions - Includes in-depth analysis of the case law, statute and specific regulations relating to securities - Covers the intricate processes and procedures involved in the admission of securities to listing and the preparation of prospectuses - Analyses the implications of MiFID, Prospectus Directive, Transparency Obligations Directive, and most recent version of the FSA Handbook - Considers the implications of the Company Act 2006 on this area - Features analysis of the criminal law on insider dealing, fraud under the Fraud Act 2006, general offences under - FSMA 2000, and the regulation of market abuse more generally - Points out the potential liabilities and pitfalls in the issuing of securities, so you can avoid them - Offers a detailed explanation of the regulatory system of the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) - Provides clear guidance on how to handle the issue of unlisted securities - Presents advice on the securities law implications arising from takeovers - Includes guidance on the allotment of shares