UK launches new anti-fraud strategy
Plans for a new cross-agency crackdown on online fraud represent an ambitious attempt to improve the UK’s response to economic crime, according to experts. Read Complete Article
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Supreme Court of Victoria scrutinises hybrid arbitration clause for the first time
The Supreme Court of Victoria has delivered Australia’s first judgment on a hybrid arbitration clause, emphasising that when experienced commercial parties choose arbitration to resolve their disputes, courts should respect […]
Continue Reading →New rights for families as Britain prepares for major changes to sensitive leave entitlements
British businesses will need to open ‘clear and compassionate’ communication with staff ahead of new rules being introduced over family-related employment rights, an expert has warned. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →UK looks to streamline national security and investment rules
New reforms to the UK’s national security rules for screening acquisitions and investment are a “pragmatic evolution” of the regime, according to experts. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Ruling clarifies enforceability of Chinese judgments in England & Wales
A recent ruling by the High Court has clarified that Chinese creditors can enforce Chinese judgments in the English courts despite the absence of reciprocal enforcement treaties between China and […]
Continue Reading →Europe looks for nuclear power drive with new €200m SMR funding initiative
Europe is to drive new development of innovative nuclear energy generation systems after launching a €200 million funding initiative to encourage private investment. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Employment tribunal rule changes in UK highlight judge-led dispute resolution
Rebecca Sulley tells HRNews about the main types of judge-led ADR available in the UK’s employment tribunal system and how they operate in practice. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Implications of the Middle East conflict for businesses
The conflict in the Middle East is having profound human and economic cost across the region and beyond. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →UK prepares to introduce two-tier worker protections across public sector outsourcing
A new package of reforms aimed at strengthening protections for workers delivering outsourced public services will put a greater emphasis on companies to avoid two-tier workforces, experts have warned. Read […]
Continue Reading →Middle East conflict: force majeure not automatically imported into sub-contracts
Declarations of force majeure by state-owned energy companies in the Middle East do not automatically entitle main contractors to protections against claims related to force majeure events from sub-contractors, an […]
Continue Reading →Middle East conflict could spur construction claims
Events linked to the Middle East conflict could give construction contractors in the region rights to claim relief from obligations they owe under their contracts, an expert has said. Read […]
Continue Reading →Scots contract law changes await Royal Assent after clearing Holyrood hurdle
New legislation approved by the Scottish Parliament will help ensure Scots contract law is more accessible and coherent in future, according to an expert. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →NSW court rules on former building code concession relating to combustible cladding installation
The NSW Supreme Court recently clarified when a previous concession in the Building Code of Australia (BCA) could have permitted the installation of aluminium composite panels on the outside of […]
Continue Reading →Consultation opens over AI use in English litigation
A new consultation on how artificial intelligence should be used in preparing civil court documents should help produce sensible guardrails for procedures in future, but precision is needed, according to […]
Continue Reading →UK government consults on overhaul of striking worker protections
The UK government has launched a consultation on new proposals to protect employees from detrimental treatment by their employers for participating in lawful strike action as part of broader attempts […]
Continue Reading →Employers plan for UK’s digital trade union access rights ahead of new rules
Lucy Townley tells HRNews why employers should prepare now for trade union digital access to internal communication channels. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →UK employers review substance misuse policies after hangover research highlights workplace risks
Zoe Betts tells HRNews why substance misuse at work is a widespread safety risk and how HR and H&S professionals can work together to address it. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Child social media ban among new UK proposals
Social media platforms could be forced to prevent children from accessing their services under one option for reform the UK government is considering that would impact how social media companies […]
Continue Reading →Dyson settlement extends supply chain liability uncertainty
A settlement reached in the claim brought against electronics manufacturer Dyson by workers in Malaysian factories in Dyson’s supply chain means there is continued uncertainty for UK businesses over the […]
Continue Reading →‘Subject to contract’ wording meant agreement was not binding, says judge
A recent ruling highlights how businesses negotiating agreements subject to English law can avoid being bound by agreements reached until they are signed, an expert has said. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →The risks addressed by child online safety regulation
Young people today spend significant time online communicating with friends, completing school assignments, and playing games. Much of the emerging digital regulation globally is driven by the desire to ensure […]
Continue Reading →Irish employers must factor for salary increases for employment permit holders
Employers in Ireland must continue to take account of increases to salary thresholds for holders of employment permits, following the release of a plan by the Department of Enterprise, Tourism […]
Continue Reading →Brisbane Olympics procurement accelerates as delivery risks rise
As preparations for the opening ceremony of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games continue, GIICA completed the prequalification process for a delivery contractor for the National Aquatic Centre in Spring Hill […]
Continue Reading →Northern Ireland leads way with new miscarriage support legislation
With new laws supporting people who experience miscarriage coming into effect in Northern Ireland this spring and similar proposals in Scotland, England and Wales, and Ireland, this is an opportunity […]
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