Construction law terms: assignment and novation
The terms ‘assignment’ and ‘novation’ are sometimes used interchangeably in relation to construction projects, but they are, in fact, very different. Read Complete Article
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New guidance clarifies when UK universities must refuse donations
Recently published guidance from the Charity Commission tries to provide clarity on when donations to English and Welsh charities, including universities, should – or must – be refused or returned, […]
Continue Reading →UK consults on proposed carbon border adjustment mechanism
The UK government has opened a consultation on the design, implementation, and administration of a new mechanism for taxing imports of certain goods based on the greenhouse gas emissions embodied […]
Continue Reading →Financial firms should act to safeguard against supplier financial challenges
The financial services sector is increasingly facing the issue of suppliers finding themselves in financial trouble – making it more important than ever for financial firms that are their customers […]
Continue Reading →New supplemental guidance will help universities manage complex misconduct cases
Recently published supplemental guidance from Universities UK (UUK) offers further practical support through case studies put together to assist universities and colleges in tackling harassment and sexual misconduct on campus, […]
Continue Reading →New PCI DSS requirements for payment card processors in effect from 1 April
A new version of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) comes into effect on Monday, two years after the standard was first announced. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →First EU Digital Markets Act investigations opened
The European Commission has opened its first investigations into alleged non-compliance with the EU Digital Markets Act, just weeks after the new rules took effect. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Scottish Housing Bill proposes long-term rent control measures
The Scottish government’s new Housing (Scotland) Bill paves the way for the creation of rent control areas and more stringent rent control measures than will apply under the transitional rules […]
Continue Reading →Dutch court rules that KLM’s ‘green’ advertising claims misled consumers
An Amsterdam court’s decision that Dutch airline KLM misled consumers with its “Fly Responsibly” advertising campaign is evidence of the developing legal framework regarding environmental claims, green claims and greenwashing, […]
Continue Reading →Court of Session signals increased scrutiny of insolvency application
Recent decisions from the Court of Session in Scotland have indicated that the court will apply careful scrutiny to applications made by officeholders. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Tax not included in first phase of Welsh tribunal system unification
The Welsh government’s recently published summary of responses to its consultation on plans to create a unified tribunal system for Wales indicate tax disputes are unlikely to be included in […]
Continue Reading →Broad scope for building liability orders highlighted by ruling
A new ruling shows how construction contractors facing claims for defective building works in England or Wales might seek a ‘building liability order’ (BLO) against other defendants to reduce their […]
Continue Reading →New regulations reflect Saudi Arabia’s push to build regional data centre hub
New regulations protecting data centre users in Saudi Arabia will help build trust and encourage companies to move to third party data centre providers, a technology law expert has said. […]
Continue Reading →New EU design rules adopted but AI opportunity missed
European law makers have missed an opportunity to implement specific rules governing AI-created designs following the adaptation of the new EU design protection rules, an intellectual property law expert has […]
Continue Reading →Court of Appeal dismisses Tesco appeal in Lidl logo dispute
A recent Court of Appeal judgment in a branding dispute between two UK supermarkets highlights the real challenge of appeals, an expert has said. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Illumina-Grail opinion raises questions over EU merger control regime
An advocate general’s legal opinion has advised the Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU) to overturn a lower court decision which found that the European Commission had power to […]
Continue Reading →What planned Irish company law reforms mean for businesses
Proposed changes to company law in Ireland would provide greater clarity and flexibility regarding day-to-day business operations, audit regimes and insolvency and restructuring processes, as well as bringing about more […]
Continue Reading →The case for retrofitting buildings is growing stronger
There are environmental, legal, financial, and social reasons why investors, owners, occupiers, and funders of commercial real estate should step up their interest in retrofitting buildings. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Discretionary bonus payments a matter of ‘striking the right balance’
Chris Evans tells HRNews about ensuring managers exercise their discretion lawfully over bonus payment decisions Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Changes to UK’s work visa routes from 4 April 2024
Shara Pledger tells HRNews about a significant raft of changes to the immigration rules which will affect all sponsored workers in the UK from 4 April 2024 Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Irish tax treatment of some intra-group payments to change from 1 April
Multinational businesses operating in Ireland have been advised to check whether new anti-avoidance tax provisions will soon apply in respect of certain payments they make to group companies based in […]
Continue Reading →EU plans to simplify biotech regulation outlined
EU policymakers are considering introducing new legislation to help biotech companies bring new products to market faster. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Hong Kong SAR’s international arbitration centre statistics reveal record highs
Case statistics from the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC), the leading dispute resolution organisation in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR), have revealed a record high in the […]
Continue Reading →UK bitcoin money laundering case underscores key prevention role of professional services
A recent case involving the seizure of over £2 billion worth of bitcoin in the UK highlights the crucial role professionals in the financial and legal sectors can play in […]
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