DTR 2.1 Introduction and purpose

1An issuer should be aware that matters that fall within the scope of this chapter may also fall within the scope of:

1. (1)

   the market abuse regime set out in section 118 of the Act;

2. (2)

   Part 7 (Offences relating to Financial Services) of the Financial Services Act 2012 relating to misleading statements and practices;

3. (3)

   Part V of the Criminal Justice Act 1993 relating to insider dealing; and

4. (4)

   the Takeover Code.

The purpose of this chapter is to:

1. (1)

   promote prompt and fair disclosure of relevant information to the market; and [Note: Recital 24 Market Abuse Directive]

2. (2)

   set out specific circumstances when an issuer can delay public disclosure of inside information and requirements to ensure that such information is kept confidential in order to protect investors and prevent insider dealing. [Note: Recital 5 2003/124/EC]