Car parks considered for UK solar power drive
Car park owners and operators in large parts of the UK could be required to install “solar canopies” as part of a government drive to bolster renewable energy generation and […]
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Navigating Ireland’s recently introduced angel investor’s relief
Although a recently introduced tax relief scheme in Ireland may be attractive to potential angel investors, companies who look to enter the scheme should be aware of the stringent rules […]
Continue Reading →Opportunities for UK universities in Saudi Arabia as country opens up
With the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) now welcoming foreign universities to establish a presence in the country, new opportunities are arising for universities in the UK and around the […]
Continue Reading →Saudi Arabia consults on changes to labour law penalties
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has proposed changes to penalties for labour law violations following the recent amendments to the country’s Labour Law enacted in February 2025. Read Complete […]
Continue Reading →Recent UK case highlights the importance of recognising both skills and education
A recent UK employment tribunal decision highlights both the importance of valuing both education and skills; and of communicating clearly with employees when making employment decisions. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Establishment of commercial courts and chambers ‘makes German courts fit for international cases’
Businesses can now conduct litigation in English in Germany for the first time, following the introduction of a new law introducing commercial courts and commercial chambers. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →UK care providers urged to review hiring practices
Care providers in the UK have been urged to review their hiring practices amidst recent changes to immigration policy. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →ADGM’s FSRA to reduce regulatory burden on lower-risk firms
Proposed amendments to the Abu Dhabi Global Market’s (ADGM) Financial Services Regulation Authority’s (FSRA) prudential framework could significantly reduce regulatory and compliance burdens for firms with limited risk exposure, experts […]
Continue Reading →UK-EU trade deal addresses food, energy and defence
A deal that paves the way for businesses in Britain and the EU to trade livestock and food products more freely between one another has been agreed by UK and […]
Continue Reading →Burkina Faso’s nationalisation of mining may concern investors: experts
Burkina Faso’s government has announced that it intends to increase state control over its gold mining industry, a move which experts say could create serious concerns among investors in the […]
Continue Reading →FCA updates guidance to insolvency practitioners appointed over regulated firms
Changes to guidance for insolvency practitioners (IPs) appointed over UK regulated financial services firms took effect from 28 April. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →UK tax tribunal issues beefed up practice direction on ADR
An updated practice direction on the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in UK tax disputes has been welcomed by experts. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Universities must prepare for ‘freedom of speech’ Act coming into force
As the UK government prepares to introduce updated university freedom of speech laws in England and Wales in August, universities must ensure they are ready to comply with their updated […]
Continue Reading →Qatar court can reduce liquidated damages that are deemed ‘grossly excessive’: expert
A recent decision by the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) Commercial Court has confirmed the court’s power to reduce liquidated damages that are deemed ‘grossly excessive’, according to an expert. Read […]
Continue Reading →US-Saudi investment presents opportunities for global contractors
Significant investment deals unveiled by the US and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) this week signal substantial opportunities for businesses in the region, particularly those active in the defence […]
Continue Reading →French translations needed to enforce arbitral awards in France
Businesses seeking to enforce international arbitral awards in France must ensure that a French translation is submitted at the appropriate stage of the proceedings. A recent ruling by the Paris […]
Continue Reading →Release of Renewable Energy Master Plan a positive step for industry in South Africa
The release of the South African Renewable Energy Master Plan is a positive step towards providing certainty for investors. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Spotlight on US immigration compliance for UK employers
Tiffany Baldwin tells HRNews about what UK employers, with a presence in the US, should consider when hiring workers in the US. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →UK government greenlights university spin-outs funding and new public sector guidance
The UK government will provide new funding for university spin-outs and published best practice guidance for public sector bodies (PSBs) on commercialising intellectual assets, underlining its commitment to the higher […]
Continue Reading →CPR reforms impact search and imaging order applications
Significant changes to the Civil Procedural Rules (CPR) – the rules governing civil litigation proceedings in England and Wales – took effect on 6 April. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →OAIC data confirms cybersecurity threats in Australia are escalating
Cybersecurity threats in Australia are persistent and continue to result in data breaches, with a 15% increase in data breach notifications in the second half of 2024 when compared to […]
Continue Reading →UK pension providers sign up to double private sector investment but risks remain
The UK’s largest pension funds have pledged to invest at least 10% of their assets in private markets by 2030, but experts warn that managing investment and fiduciary risk will […]
Continue Reading →Access to Qatar Financial Centre court system limited, court confirms
Organisations based outside of the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) cannot access the QFC’s court system, according to a landmark ruling. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →South Africa’s electricity transmission market to be opened up
Proposed new rules in South Africa have been set out, to enable businesses to provide electricity transmission networks through the independent transmission programme. Read Complete Article
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