CMP390: Updating application forms to enable disclosure of information to government for purposes of the National Security and Investment (NSI) Act 2021

The National Security and Investment (NSI) Act 2021 enables Government to scrutinise the acquisition of rights in entities and assets and intervene where there is a risk to national security. This modification seeks to amend the CUSC application forms to recognise and provide consent to ESO sharing information about the applicant with Government. Enabling BEIS to carry out any initial national security checks in line with the NSI Act and identify any issues at an early opportunity.