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2026-05-20 · Treasury · 3986 · Official question
Question
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment her Department has made in the level of short-selling activity in UK-listed companies; and what steps the Financial Conduct Authority is taking to monitor the potential impact of short positions held
Answer
The UK is a leading hub for global capital and the largest equity capital market in Europe, helping businesses across the economy to raise the capital they need to drive innovation and growth. To support this, the government is committed to ensuring the U...