Singapore consults on SPACs listing framework
The Singapore Exchange (SGX) is considering allowing Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) to list on the stock exchange by the middle of this year. Read Complete Article
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MAS to issue SGS Infrastructure bonds
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) will issue a new category of infrastructure bonds in the coming weeks, according to Straits Times. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Schools can learn from universities on sexual abuse case handling
Schools can look to the UK’s universities sector for examples of policies and practices that can support students in reporting allegations of sexual abuse, according to legal experts. Read Complete […]
Continue Reading →Checklist for terminating a construction contract
This guide gives a checklist of things to do and things to avoid when terminating a construction contract. More information about termination is available in our guide to termination and […]
Continue Reading →Online Contract Formation
This guide is based on the law of the UK. The ability to form contracts online has revolutionised the way business is conducted. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Towards a net zero carbon strategy for investors
Only 17% of investors have set themselves a zero-carbon objective, according to a study conducted by the asset management company Robeco. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Contract interpretation
After a contract is signed the parties may not need to refer to it again unless a dispute arises. Imagine that you have spent months in negotiations and a happy […]
Continue Reading →‘Future world of work’ – are you ready?
Laura Starrett tells HRNews about the options and risks facing employers after the pandemic Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →‘UK FATCA’ – the disclosure to HMRC of information about reportable accounts held by UK taxpayers in the Crown Dependencies and Overseas Territories
Financial Institutions (FIs) in the British Crown Dependencies and Overseas Territories (together, the CDOTs) will automatically provide information relating to the financial affairs of UK resident clients in respect of […]
Continue Reading →McTear: more questions than answers for UK outsourcing
Gill Ross tells HRNews about the implications of the EAT’s decision in McTear v Bennett & others Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →FCA considering diversity quotas for boards
Ben Brown tells HRNews about the latest soundings from the FCA’s on diversity and inclusion Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Damages claims and remedies
Damages to compensate a party for breach of contract fall into two types: ‘expectation’ or ‘reliance’ damages. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Tax aspects of joint ventures
There are many different reasons for forming some sort of joint venture, including property investment or development, the operation of a trade, the design of a new product or combining […]
Continue Reading →Vietnam to invest $147mn in new port infrastructure
Vietnam has approved VND3.4 trillion ($147 million) for building infrastructure at the Lien Chieu port in Da Nang. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →FCA bans financial adviser for actions outside the workplace
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a decision notice withdrawing approval for an independent financial adviser to perform regulated functions after he was found guilty of attempting to […]
Continue Reading →Northern Ireland sets out net zero-carbon energy vision
Northern Ireland is consulting on plans to address climate change by implementing a net zero carbon energy policy by 2050, through an increase in renewables, increased energy efficiency and the […]
Continue Reading →Guidance for trustees and employers on pensions advice ‘leaves grey areas’
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Pensions Regulator (TPR) have set out new guidance designed to support pensions trustees and employers in providing financial advice without needing FCA […]
Continue Reading →Ireland publishes code of practice on right to disconnect
Ireland’s Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) has published a code of practice on the right to disconnect, following consultation last year. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Tackling the skills gap in the UK life sciences sector
With lack of access to the necessary skills and expertise seen by many in the life sciences sector as a barrier to innovation, businesses should be seeking to diversify their […]
Continue Reading →Vietnam to invest $147mn in new port infrastructure
Vietnam has approved VND3.4 trillion ($147 million) for building infrastructure at the Lien Chieu port in Da Nang. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →CEP Energy to build 150MW battery in South Australia
Renewable energy company CEP Energy will build a 150 megawatts (MW) battery in Adelaide, South Australia. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Payments regulator steps in to address alleged cartel
Mastercard and two electronic money institutions, allpay and Prepaid Financial Services (PFS), have agreed to pay potential fines totalling more than £32 million to settle claims that they engaged in […]
Continue Reading →Proposed reforms to judicial review in England and Wales
The UK government is consulting on significant reforms to judicial review in England and Wales, particularly around ouster clauses and remedies. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Renewable Japan issues ¥10bn yen bond for financing project in Kagoshima
Japan’s energy company Renewable Japan said it has raised ¥10.15 billion yen ($92.42 million) for a 25.76 megawatts (MW) solar project in Minamikyushu city, Kagoshima prefecture. Read Complete Article
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