ShareSoc in the News

This page lists references to ShareSoc in the press and broadcast media.

The Times, 23 February, How Margaret Thatcher’s privatisation could have made you £33,000

The Times feature highlights ShareSoc member perspective on privatisation returns The Times reports on the long term investment impact of the privatisations launched under Margaret Thatcher, 45 years after the flotation of British Aerospace, now BAE Systems. The article quotes ShareSoc member Mohan Vedhara, who invested in companies including National Grid and BT. He said: “It seemed like a good opportunity when these companies were floated, the share prices were cheap, and these were good quality companies.” As debate continues over the legacy of ...

UK Shareholders’ Association, 23 January, The UK Shareholders’ Association and ShareSoc agree their position on the Digitisation Taskforce’s final report

The UK Shareholders’ Association statement highlights a joint position with ShareSoc on the Digitisation Taskforce’s final report. Both organisations, led by Charles Henderson and Mark Northway, support the recommended move to a fully intermediated securities chain, recognising its potential to enhance shareholder engagement and strengthen corporate governance. They also welcome the proposal for a legislated Shareholder and Underlying Beneficial Owner Bill of Rights to ensure investors retain meaningful participation in company decision making. As digitisation is implemented in stages, the joint position stresses ...

The Times, 16 February, BrewDog crowdfunders could be nursing losses after sale

The The Times feature highlights ShareSoc’s perspective on retail shareholder protection. The Times reports on the potential sale of BrewDog, following the appointment of restructuring specialists at AlixPartners, and the risk that any deal could prioritise its private equity backer TSG Consumer Partners, which holds a 21 per cent stake. The article notes that BrewDog’s 220,000 “Equity Punks” investors may be left empty handed if larger stakeholders are paid first. The article quotes ShareSoc Director Mark Northway, who said, “Sadly, BrewDog is a ...

Times, 18 January, FRC unlikely to drop ‘naming and shaming’ in audit investigations

The Times feature highlights ShareSoc perspective on audit transparency The Times reports on the Financial Reporting Council’s decision to maintain its policy of publicly naming companies and audit firms under investigation. The article quotes ShareSoc Director Mark Northway, who said, “Audit investigations can take many years to complete. The existence of an investigation under way is hugely relevant to all users of published accounts, and to deny that information to the public until it is no longer relevant is to undermine confidence in ...

BBC, 12 January, The FTSE 100 has hit a record high. Is now the time to start investing?

BBC feature highlights an insightful article quoting ShareSoc Director Jema Arnold. With the FTSE 100 reaching a record high, the BBC looks at whether now is the right time to start investing. The article quotes ShareSoc Director Jema Arnold, who says, “People starting out should have a cash buffer in case of emergency before going into investing.” As policymakers push for greater retail investment and new rules promise wider access to guidance, the article offers a timely and grounded perspective on the trade ...

Financial Times, 13 September, Will shareholder voting make a comeback?

FT double-page feature highlights an excellent article quoting ShareSoc Directors Amit Vedhara and Mark Bentley. Your vote really does count, especially when it matters most. The system may still have flaws, but voter participation is rising, helped by major platforms making engagement easier. Fixing the system is moving in the right direction, but meaningful change will require sustained influencing and lobbying to ensure the Digitisation Taskforce’s original goals are fully realized when their recommendations are implemented. Click here to read the article.

Investors’ Chronicle, 08 September 2025, Is Interactive Investor’s ‘disgusting’ move a death knell for investment clubs?

ShareSoc in the News: Investors’ Chronicle on Investment Clubs "We’re engaging with platforms to remove barriers for investment clubs" – Mark Bentley We’re delighted to share that our director, Mark Bentley, was quoted in a recent Investors’ Chronicle article exploring the challenges facing UK investment clubs following Interactive Investor’s decision to close its club accounts. Mark highlighted the barriers platforms face in offering investment club dealing accounts and outlined how ShareSoc is actively engaging with providers to ensure retail investors can continue to access ...

Minerva Analytics, 24 July, Digitisation Danger: “Fatal Flaws” Face Shareholders in UK Government-approved Recommendations

Minerva Analytics reports that UK investor organisation ShareSoc has warned that recommendations made by the Digitisation Taskforce have “fatal flaws” for investors which could... Click here to read the article.

BBC, 20 July 2025, Are we willing to drop cash Isas and take more risks with our money?

ShareSoc in the News: BBC Feature on Investor Communities "‘I want investing to be like a book club’ - Jema Arnold We’re delighted to share that ShareSoc and SIGnet were featured in a recent BBC article exploring how private investors are building supportive, knowledgeable communities to improve their investing outcomes. Jema Arnold, ShareSoc board member representing SIGnet, was interviewed along with two other SIGnet members. Their stories reflect the real power of peer learning and collaboration among UK investors. Click here to read the article. If you’ve been thinking about ...

FT Adviser, 04 June 2025, FCA steps in to help Hartley clients get answers from administrators

The FT Adviser reports on ShareSoc's Hartley client support group. Click here to read the article.

Edinburgh Business and Lifestyle, 20 May 2025, Baillie Gifford joins ShareSoc’s corporate-supporter scheme

Edinburgh-based asset manager Baillie Gifford has joined ShareSoc’s corporate-supporter scheme, pledging support for the organisation’s advocacy, education, and community efforts on behalf of individual investors. The firm, which manages £197bn in assets including £22bn across 12 investment trusts, cited the importance of retail shareholders and recent activism challenges as reasons for backing ShareSoc. James Budden of Baillie Gifford highlighted the loyalty and growing influence of individual investors, while ShareSoc director Mike Dennis welcomed the alignment of values and shared commitment to ...

Professional Adviser, 02 April 2025, Hargreaves Lansdown clients get more time to vote on Aviva shares after delay

ShareSoc policy committee member Cliff Weight is quoted in this article regarding the proposed cancellation of Aviva irredeemable preference shares. The quotes are based on Cliff's original article on ShareSoc's blog.