Accelerated Settlement Moving to T+1

This paper forms part of UK Finance’s contribution to the Accelerated Settlement Taskforce (Taskforce), which was launched by the Chancellor in December 2022 and is chaired by Charlie Geffen.

This paper reflects the collective views of UK Finance members and presents a series of recommendations for the Taskforce to consider as it develops its report throughout 2023. UK Finance recommends the UK, before pursuing the move to a T+1 settlement cycle, should conduct a robust cost-benefit analysis which leverages the lessons learnt from the US transition and should develop a clear and inclusive roadmap with sufficient implementation timelines through collaboration between the government, regulators and industry.