House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Foreign State Influence of UK newspapers - regulations No. 2
30 October 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Proposed by Ian Murray Lab Edinburgh South
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- Government published its response and draft Enterprise Act (No. 2) Regulations for 2025
- Proposed regulations introduce a 15% cap on foreign state-owned investors' holdings in newspaper owners
- Notifications to the Secretary of State required within 14 days of acquisitions over 5%
Issue summary
This statement addresses the government's response to a public consultation on proposed regulations regarding foreign state influence on UK newspapers.
Action requested
The Government has published its response and draft Enterprise Act (No. 2) Regulations for 2025, which introduce a 15% cap on foreign state-owned investors' holdings in newspaper owners and require notifications to the Secretary of State within 14 days of acquisitions over 5%. The regulations also mandate public disclosure of investment details.
Key facts
- Government response published to July-September 2025 consultation.
- Draft Regulations cap SOI holdings at 15%.
- Notifications required for acquisitions above 5% within 14 days.
- Public disclosure requirement for investments over 5%.
- DCMS Secretary of State will report every 6 months.