UK restrictions on use of ‘red’ diesel from 1 April 2022
Businesses in the construction industry will no longer be able to use ‘red’ diesel from 1 April 2022 for most purposes. Read Complete Article
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Construction disputes: maximizing dispute resolution efficiency
Those involved in global construction projects can take steps throughout the life of the project to ensure swift and amicable dispute resolution – from contract drafting stage to the conduct […]
Continue Reading →New guidance issued on environment-related advertising issues
Authorities in the UK have issued new guidance on misleading environmental claims and social responsibility in marketing and advertising campaigns. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →UK government launches fourth CfD allocation round worth £285m
The UK government has launched the fourth Contracts for Difference (CfD) allocation round, as it aims to boost investment in renewable energy and secure an additional 12GW of electricity capacity […]
Continue Reading →Australian sanctions regime updated to address modern slavery challenges
Australia has stepped up its efforts to eradicate modern slavery with the introduction of a new sanctions regime, an expert has said. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Civil Justice Council begins pre-action protocols consultation
The Civil Justice Council (CJC) has launched a public consultation on proposed reforms to pre-action protocols (PAPs) in England and Wales, to help maintain their effectiveness in an increasingly digitalised […]
Continue Reading →Restitution for unjust enrichment in a contractual context
The precise interplay between claims under contract and the non-contractual remedy of restitution for unjust enrichment is a complex issue, as highlighted in two recent English Court of Appeal decisions. […]
Continue Reading →UK announces plan to phase out 2G and 3G networks
The UK’s 2G and 3G networks are set to be phased out by 2033 as part of new plans to increase the capacity of the nation’s 5G coverage. Read Complete […]
Continue Reading →OFSI issues updated guidance for UK charity sector advocating wider good practice
The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has updated its guidance for UK charities and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) that operate in areas of the world that are subject to financial […]
Continue Reading →UAE prepares for enforcement of landmark personal data protection law
The UAE is preparing for landmark new personal data legislation to come into force in a matter of weeks. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Lawyers back UK data protection law voluntary undertakings process
Businesses should be given an opportunity to avoid enforcement action for breaches of UK data protection law by proactively outlining the remedial actions they are taking to address those breaches […]
Continue Reading →Ransomware surge reinforces case for ‘specialist compliance due diligence’
Andrew Sackey tells HRNews how specialist compliance due diligence helps protect UK firms facing ransomware payment threats Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Scottish budget focuses on climate change
Major finance commitments to help decarbonise homes, businesses and transport in Scotland have been outlined by Scotland’s finance secretary, Kate Forbes. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Dutch tax authority handed record fine for discriminatory data processing
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DDPA) has imposed a record €2.75 million fine on the nation’s Tax and Customs Administration (TCA, in Dutch: Belastingdienst), for its use of discriminatory data […]
Continue Reading →Welcome enhancements proposed to the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive
The European Commission has published proposals to amend the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD), almost a decade after the law came into force. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Consumer duty plan a ‘considerable shake up’ for financial firms
The Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) proposed new consumer duty would be a “considerable shake up” for the UK’s retail financial services industry, according to one expert. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Schrems-II ruling means university can’t use cookie tool, says German court
The German Rhine-Main University of Applied Sciences must stop using its website’s cookie consent tool, a German court has ruled. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Purpose identified as driver of improved performance and culture
Businesses that develop, and align themselves behind, an authentic purpose can improve their organisational culture and achieve a competitive advantage, but as more organisations consider becoming purpose-led, investment is needed […]
Continue Reading →Covid-19 restrictions in UK and Irish hospitality
Hospitality businesses continue to be impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, including by public health measures designed to curb the spread of the virus. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Using dispute boards to avoid and resolve construction disputes
Dispute boards are a form of dispute resolution procedure which is increasingly being promoted by standard form construction contracts and institutions. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →The role of lawyers: from artisan to digital native
The nature of a lawyer’s job has changed dramatically in the past decade or so. Gone are the days where drafting, arguing in court and negotiating were the critical skills […]
Continue Reading →CMA launches consultation as it prepares for expanded role
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a public consultation on its strategy for the coming years, which would see its size and scope expand significantly. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Singapore court issues landmark ruling on ‘law of seat’ to determine arbitrability
A landmark decision by Singapore’s High Court that the ‘law of the seat’ applies when determining whether a dispute is arbitrable “carries the potential for substantial commercial and legal consequences […]
Continue Reading →Court backs telecoms infrastructure provider in upgrade and sharing dispute
A telecoms operator and wholesale infrastructure provider has secured unrestricted rights to upgrade and share electronic communications apparatus on a rural site over the next 10 years, despite objections raised […]
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