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
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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 […]
Continue Reading →Housing delivery and economic growth the focus of revised NPPF
Housing delivery is at the forefront of revised national planning policy issued by the UK government today. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Global energy labour market thriving, report finds
A new report on employment trends in the global energy sector has identified very encouraging trends, but also highlights areas for improvement, according to experts in employment law. Read Complete […]
Continue Reading →Solutions to improve the electricity market in Côte d’Ivoire
The electricity market in Côte d’Ivoire is not working as effectively as it could for either the state or independent power producers, despite the fact an attractive framework for independent […]
Continue Reading →UK universities enrolling International students with poor English, BBC finds
Shara Pledger tells HRNews about the BBC’s investigation into English language proficiency and universities’ annual basic compliance assessment. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Breach of employment contract causing mental injury compensable in Australia
The High Court of Australia has reinstated a AUS$1.4 million (US$900m) award of damages to an employee who was summarily dismissed in breach of the employer’s binding grievance procedures. In […]
Continue Reading →Challenging the jurisdiction of arbitral tribunals: a Singapore perspective
One essential consideration for a respondent in an arbitration is how and when to raise an objection against the tribunal’s jurisdiction to hear the case, if it intends to do […]
Continue Reading →Contract administration and design issues dog construction sector
“Inadequate contract administration” continues to be a top cause of disputes referred to construction adjudication in the UK. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Australian court provides guidance on duty to act reasonably in building defects cases
The Supreme Court of New South Wales (NSW) has provided further guidance on a party’s duty to act reasonably when attempting to mitigate its losses in building defects cases, experts […]
Continue Reading →UK financial firms must stay ahead of FCA consumer duty priorities
UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulated firms should screen their operations against the FCA’s good and poor practice reviews to ensure compliance with the consumer duty, an expert has said. […]
Continue Reading →Irish businesses urged to familiarise themselves with new Companies Act provisions now commenced
Irish businesses should familiarise themselves with recently commenced provisions of Ireland’s new Companies Act and adjust their practices accordingly, experts have said. Read Complete Article
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