Brexit for asset managers and fund managers – don’t panic, it may not be as bad as it at first appears!

UK regulated fund managers and asset managers should bear in mind that, while the Brexit vote has occurred, this does not bind the UK Parliament. As of the date of writing (12 July 2016), the process of withdrawal under Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty has not yet started. Although the timetable for withdrawal under Article 50 limits negotiations to two years, this may be extended by agreement. During this hiatus period, it will be business as usual because the UK will remain a member state of the EU.

There are three potential options for the future relationship between the UK and the EU. Please read our Client Alert on reedsmith.com.