On January 23, the UK Financial Services Authority (FSA) published a discussion paper (DP12/1) on the implementation of the EU Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (2011/61/EU) (AIFMD). The UK is required to transpose the AIFMD into UK Law by July 22, 2013.

In DP12/1, the FSA indicates that its objectives are (1) to develop a well-informed proportionate and effective regulatory policy in relation to AIFMD; and (2) to assist stakeholders towards "AIFMD-readiness." The FSA seeks comments on the following topics...

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