UKs FTSE 250 firms slow to improve boardroom ethnic diversity
Shuabe Shabudin tells HRNews about improving ethnic diversity in the UK’s C-suite following publication of the Parker Review 2025. Read Complete Article
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End users should ‘review contracts’ before change to UK’s umbrella company tax rules
Penny Simmons tells HRNews why end user clients should review their agreements with recruitment agencies before PAYE and NICs changes in force from April 2026. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →How fire safety remediation impacts financial reporting
Data suggests that many developers may not be adequately assessing the extent of remediation works that need to be carried out to meet duties to address fire safety risks associated […]
Continue Reading →UK government consults on mandatory ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting
The UK government has proposed to make ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting mandatory for larger employers. However, the key to closing pay gaps will depend on building trust between […]
Continue Reading →FCA five-year strategy underscores commitment to building trust in financial industry
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has released its comprehensive strategy for the period 2025-30, outlining a bold vision for the future of financial regulation in the UK, experts have […]
Continue Reading →Hong Kong SAR enhances arbitration accessibility with new immigration scheme
An expanded scheme to allow arbitration participants visa-free entry will enhance the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s reputation as a preferred seat for international arbitration, according to experts. Read Complete […]
Continue Reading →UAE security commodity tokens regulations a pivotal step for financial markets
Recently announced regulatory frameworks for security tokens and commodity token contracts marks a pivotal step in integrating distributed ledger technology (DLT) into the UAE’s financial markets. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Human rights of businesses in the UK
While it is often assumed that human rights are reserved for human beings, companies are legal persons having rights in law and do enjoy the protections afforded by human rights […]
Continue Reading →UK pharmaceutical report highlights investment concerns for industry
A recent statement from the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) highlights a number of concerning issues for the UK industry, an expert has said. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →UK employers should assess strategies ahead of changes to union access rules
While many of the industrial relations provisions in the UK’s Employment Rights Bill (ERB) simplify existing industrial relations laws, a strikingly new and detailed framework will allow listed unions physical […]
Continue Reading →Qatari Social Insurance Law Implementing Regulations to significantly impact employment relations
The recently issued Implementing Regulations of Social Insurance Law introduce several important provisions that will significantly impact employment relations in Qatar. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →New Saudi Arabia beneficiary owner rules will enhance corporate transparency
The new ultimate beneficial owner (UBO) rules in Saudi Arabia will further enhance business transparency in line with international best practice and drive foreign direct investment into the Kingdom, an […]
Continue Reading →English court mirrors Hong Kong SAR approach to seal and gag and third party disclosure orders
A court in England has echoed the approach taken by the courts in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) and the BVI in relation to the process for hearing […]
Continue Reading →GDPR ruling has commercial implications for credit reference agencies
A recent ruling by the EU’s highest court could force credit reference agencies to make changes to their business models. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Capital allowances ruling provides tax boost for UK projects
Developers behind energy and infrastructure projects in the UK could be entitled to claim substantial additional tax reliefs on costs they incur in performing activities necessary to clear the way […]
Continue Reading →UK tax tribunal confirms limits of third-party access to documents in appeals
A recent UK tax tribunal ruling has clarified that there is no default position for granting applications by third parties for disclosure of documents in tax appeals, while making it […]
Continue Reading →Saudi’s Vision 2030 to drive up foreign investment through more joint ventures
International businesses can expect more opportunities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which has recently eased some of the regulatory requirements to help attract foreign businesses and top talent. Read […]
Continue Reading →UK law of apologies ‘crucial’ and increased use should be welcomed
The positive impact of an apology should not be underestimated, and any measures designed to increase the use of apologies should be welcomed, an expert has said. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Court judgment highlights practical considerations for DOCA enforcement
A recent NSW Supreme Court judgement has highlighted relevant practical considerations for insolvency practitioners. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →End hirers and employment agencies must take note of ERB agency worker amendments
The UK government has sought to avoid incentives for employers to move to an agency model to evade new rights for workers on zero hour or low hour contracts, an […]
Continue Reading →German Federal Court of Justice declares custody fees for savings and call money accounts inadmissible
Banks and savings banks that demanded custody fees from their savings and call money account customers between 2008 and 2022 were not permitted to do so, the German Federal Court […]
Continue Reading →Doing business in Saudi Arabia: new opportunities surge under Saudi Vision 2030
Businesses and investors can expect major projects and economic developments in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), but to seize these opportunities in the largest country in the Middle East, […]
Continue Reading →Businesses setting up in Saudi Arabia must be aware of key commercial leasing rules
Businesses establishing themselves or expanding their presence into Saudi Arabia must be aware of their rights and restrictions under a commercial lease, such as the right to renew or assign […]
Continue Reading →Central Bank of Ireland provides much needed clarity for alternative investment market
The Central Bank of Ireland’s revised edition of its AIFMD questions and answers document (Q&As) provides much needed clarity to the market, an expert has said. Read Complete Article
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