National Security and Investment Act
The National Security and Investment Act 2021 came into force on 4 January 2022.
What is the National Security and Investment Act
The Act gives the government the right to scrutinise and intervene in certain acquisitions made by anyone, including universities, businesses, and investors, that could harm the UK’s national security. The government will be able to impose certain conditions on acquisitions. In rare instances, the government may unwind or block an acquisition completely.
For further information, advice, guidance and support on compliance please email ec.nsi@ucl.ac.uk.
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How the National Security and Investment (NSI) Act works alongside other regulators and codes.
Government guidance for higher education and other research organisations to understand the scope of the National Security and Investment Act.
This statement sets out how the Secretary of State expects to exercise the power to give a call-in notice.
Investors and businesses may be legally required to tell the government about certain sensitive acquisitions under the National Security and Investment Act.