The government has consulted on changes to the 17 sectors where acquisitions must be notified under the NSI Act, and published its response in March 2026. Defence and satellite and space technologies remain mandatory sectors.
- Status
- Consultation concluded; regulations pending
- Jurisdiction
- United Kingdom
- Area
- Investment screening
- Last reviewed at source
- 28 Oct 2026
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Official documents
- 14 Jul 2026 National Security and Investment Act 2021: Annual Report 2025-26 GOV.UK
- 12 Mar 2026 Consultation on the NSI Act Notifiable Acquisition Regulations (outcome) GOV.UK
General information as at the review date, not legal advice. Each document links to its official source.