<ul><li>The UK government will allow foreign states to own stakes of up to 15% in British newspapers, potentially ending uncertainty over the ownership of the Telegraph titles.</li><li>The limit announcement is expected through the introduction of a new statutory instrument in parliament, following consultations and lobbying by newspaper owners.</li><li>A 15% ownership cap could pave the way for RedBird Capital's deal to acquire the Daily and Sunday Telegraph, resolving concerns raised over ownership by foreign entities.</li><li>The decision on the 15% threshold comes after considerations of a 5% to 10% cap, with lobbying by major newspaper groups like News UK and Daily Mail & General Trust influencing the final ruling.</li></ul>

Foreign states limited to 15% stake in UK newspapers amid Telegraph uncertainty

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