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New Rules for Sensitive Sectors Amid Ownership Concerns
7/23/2025
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Story summary
- New requirements will be introduced for 17 sensitive sectors, including water, semiconductors, and critical minerals.
- Businesses are required to inform the government about internal reorganizations and liquidator appointments.
- Consultations will focus on mandatory notifications for water sector transactions due to heightened risk.
- This initiative coincides with Thames Water's efforts to find a new owner and avoid state ownership.
