The Panel on Takeovers and Mergers has published a new editionof the Takeover Code. The Code has been amended to reflect changesmade in Panel Statements since the last edition and includesseveral new amendments effective from 12th July, 2000.

Source: The City Code on Takeovers and Mergers; the RulesGoverning Substantial Acquisitions of Shares issued by the Panel onTakeovers and Mergers. Slaughter and May