Omani media law brings new era of digital media regulation
A new law that has come into effect in Oman heralds a new era of digital media regulation in the country, experts have said. Read Complete Article
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Report offers businesses help with arbitration strategies, says expert
A new report can help businesses develop robust data-led strategies for successfully resolving disputes through arbitration, expert have said. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Landlord’s repudiatory breach entitled tenant to terminate lease agreement
A recent ruling could embolden tenants in disputes over their rights under lease agreements and should spur landlords to review those agreements and clarify any uncertainties over what activity is […]
Continue Reading →Qatar arbitration boosted with QICCA rules update
Modernised arbitration rules introduced by the Qatar International Centre for Conciliation and Arbitration (QICCA) have come into effect. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →FCA plans product information reforms for consumer composite investments
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is consulting on product information requirements for so-called consumer composite investments (CCIs) in what forms part of a wider effort to streamline regulation in UK […]
Continue Reading →Drug spending study demonstrates disconnected approach
A recent study on the population-health impact of new drugs demonstrates a disconnected economist-driven approach to the benefits that such drugs provide, experts have said. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →FCA proposes admission and disclosures regime for regulating cryptoassets
Further details of the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA’s) proposed regulatory regime for cryptoassets have been published in a new discussion paper, covering admission to trading, disclosures and market abuse. […]
Continue Reading →Hong Kong security of payment bill is ‘significant step’ for construction sector
The enactment of the Construction Industry Security of Payment Bill will enhance the financial stability and efficiency of the construction industry in Hong Kong, an expert has said. Read Complete […]
Continue Reading →Pharma companies get some clarity on SPCs for combination products
Pharmaceutical companies have obtained clarity that so-called combination products are not precluded from obtaining supplementary protection certificates (SPCs) following a new ruling by the EU’s highest court. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Revised EU product liability regime expands to AI software providers
Technology companies offering products and services in the EU will need to prepare for significant changes to be brought in by the new Product Liability Directive which has broadened the […]
Continue Reading →Procurement Act: new risks require careful contractor navigation
The UK’s new procurement regime offers a lot to cheer about but also introduces risks requiring the careful attention of government suppliers Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →HAR1 contract announcement ‘huge milestone’ for UK hydrogen sector
The Low Carbon Contracts Company’s (LCCC) signing of the first three pioneering hydrogen production contracts under its first hydrogen allocation round (HAR1) is a huge milestone for the low-carbon hydrogen […]
Continue Reading →Court of Appeal “crowded market” ruling clarifies trade mark infringement considerations
A recent judgment by the Court of Appeal in London helpfully pulls together existing principles of trade mark law to clarify that market context, including the existence of a crowded […]
Continue Reading →Construction sector challenges expected during 2025
Current trends suggest that the UK economy is on “recession watch”, with this reflecting an overall contraction for both the economy as a whole and construction specifically as we head […]
Continue Reading →Tax decision a reminder of wide exclusion from SDLT group relief
A recent Upper Tribunal (Tax and Chancery Chamber) decision serves as an important reminder to corporate taxpayers that there is a wide exclusion from English stamp duty land tax (SDLT) […]
Continue Reading →How UK universities are impacted by climate and sustainability reporting requirements
UK universities can expect to have to make disclosures about the sustainability of their operations in line with international standards years before they will be legally obliged to do so, […]
Continue Reading →EDPB opinion spurs need for GDPR AI adaptability, say experts
Policymakers should consider how data protection law in Europe can be adapted to better support AI development in light of a new opinion issued by the European Data Protection Board […]
Continue Reading →Professional advice plays key role for preventing insolvent trading under Australia’s new guidance
Company directors in Australia need to be aware of updated regulatory guidance on preventing insolvent trading, particularly enhanced provisions on when they can use the safe harbour defence to protect […]
Continue Reading →Doubling of tribunal time limits will shift focus to ADR, says lawyer
Rececca Sulley tells HRNews about the different types of employment dispute resolution procedures available in the UK and the pros and cons of each. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Ireland’s latest Finance Act provides tax clarity for multinationals
Changes signed into law in Ireland last month will be welcomed by multinational enterprises and large Irish domestic companies, because of the clarifications it provides around the operation of Ireland’s […]
Continue Reading →Planning reforms promote renewables projects in England
Planning reforms confirmed in England should encourage developers to bring forward plans for more small-scale solar and onshore wind projects, though local politics is likely to continue to dictate how […]
Continue Reading →Australia’s CIS Tender 1 delivers significant boost for renewable energy sector
The announcement of the successful projects in Australia’s Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS) Tender 1 marks a major step towards a sustainable energy future, experts have said. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →SIAC updates arbitration rules for 2025 to improve efficiency, transparency and certainty
The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) has released its 2025 arbitration rules (the 2025 rules) which will come into force on 1 January 2025. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →English High Court overturns ‘shareholder rule’ in landmark privilege case
A recent ruling of the High Court in London has confirmed that companies do not generally have to disclose privileged communications to their shareholders. The case could have significant implications […]
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