How Takeover Code changes will affect hostile bids October 21, 2010 X LinkedIn Email Show more sharing options Copy Link URLCopied! Print X LinkedIn Email Changes to put-up-or-shut-up rules and the tightened bid timetable will make hostile takeovers more difficult, say UK corporate partners Unlock this content. The content you are trying to view is exclusive to our subscribers. To unlock this content: Take a Free Trial or Login