U.K. – New Short Selling Rules Effective

On 13 July 2026 the FCA’s new short selling rules came effective.

Background:

  • Replaces the assimilated EU Short Selling Regulation (Regulation (EU) No 236/2012)
  • Use the Reportable Shares List (RSL) CSV and XLSX.
  • Report net short positions in line with applicable deadlines and reporting requirements, using the Electronic Submission System (ESS)
  • Comply with covering requirements.