UK gives green light to Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros
One day2 outlets reported this in 2 reports over 1 day
All 2 reports on Thu, 6 August 2026
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original reportfirst to report
Le Monde English
The Guardian World
6 Aug, 13:37over 1 hour6 Aug, 14:57
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Thu, 6 August 2026
2 reports- Le Monde English13:37first to report
The UK's main competition and consumer protection regulator found that the takeover would not weaken competition in film distribution, children's TV and streaming services.
- The Guardian World14:57
Culture secretary Lisa Nandy says she will not intervene in £85bn deal after securing guarantees on Channel 5 The UK culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, has said she will not intervene in Paramount’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, removing one of the remaining obstacles to the blockbuster deal. However, Paramount has made significant concessions to secure the UK government’s backing for the $110bn (£85bn) takeover, which will create a global media powerhouse and effectively bolster...