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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Telegraph Media Group – update on sale

17 December 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Proposed by Lisa Nandy Lab Wigan

Business & Trade

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At a glance

Key points

  • Telegraph Media Group sale update provided to Parliament
  • Secretary of State reviewing RB Investco Limited's request to transfer call option
  • Minister will update Parliament following a fair and transparent process

Issue summary

The statement updates the House on the sale of Telegraph Media Group and the Secretary of State's review of RB Investco Limited's request to transfer their call option to Daily Mail and General Trust.

Action requested

The minister will thoroughly consider the request from RB Investco Limited and will update Parliament at the earliest opportunity, following a fair, transparent, and impartial process as required by The Enterprise Act 2002.

Key facts

  • Transfer of Telegraph Media Group ownership requires written consent from the Secretary of State.
  • A formal request has been received from RB Investco Limited to derogate from the Order to sell their call option to Daily Mail and General Trust.
  • Review process will follow The Enterprise Act 2002, considering public interest and foreign state influence.
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