PFAS regulation in the UK
Businesses across sectors and throughout supply chains are increasingly being advised to consider the risk they are exposed to from growing scrutiny of ‘forever chemicals’. Read Complete Article
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UK AI copyright plans align – and diverge – with the EU position
The UK government’s decision not to extend the text and data mining exception in copyright law to facilitate AI training differs from the approach EU policymakers have taken on the […]
Continue Reading →UK government unveils slimmed-down plans for seven new towns in England
Experts say plans to create at least seven new towns signal the government’s continued drive to build communities with affordable homes to help ease the UK housing crisis. Read Complete […]
Continue Reading →Training AI on copyrighted content is not infringing, says Trump administration
AI developers can use others’ copyrighted content to train their models without infringing US copyright laws, according to the US government. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →US child safety measures set out in new AI policy framework
Online platforms could face new obligations on child safety in the US in future under a new AI framework set out by the Trump administration. The policy highlights the continuing […]
Continue Reading →Potential supply-chain risks from sand mining require construction companies’ attention
Construction companies involved in infrastructure projects in South Africa should factor environmental and socio-economic risks arising from sand mining into their supply chain due diligence practices. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Impersonation fraud risk flagged by pensions regulator
Pension scheme administrators and trustees in the UK have been advised to review and, if necessary, update processes around data security and identity verification amidst concerns over impersonation fraud. Read […]
Continue Reading →Companies should get ahead of mandatory gender pay gap and menopause action plans
UK companies need to start preparing now for the introduction of gender equality and menopause action plans, ensuring they are ready to comply when new legal requirements take effect on […]
Continue Reading →Middle East conflict: sanctions risk posed by re-routing of supply chains
Businesses exploring changes to their supply chains owing to the Middle East conflict have been advised to ensure they build sanctions-related checks into that process – notwithstanding pressures to adapt […]
Continue Reading →Ruling highlights risks for Australian voluntary administrators when new funding is available
A recent Federal Court of Australia decision has highlighted the significant personal risks for voluntary administrators (VAs) who fail to act swiftly and transparently when a company seeks to terminate […]
Continue Reading →Chinese court’s rejection of ‘upcycling’ defence shows limits of brand exhaustion
A recent Chinese court decision rejecting an ‘upcycling’ defence in the context of pre-owned luxury handbags highlights the growing tension between circular economy practices and IP rights, in particular trade […]
Continue Reading →Complaint against colleges highlights challenges over competing protected beliefs
Theological colleges in England may have legal protections to pursue faith based aims without falling foul of regulatory requirements, despite free speech and academic freedom laws, experts have said. Read […]
Continue Reading →Indicators point to UK private equity deal-making uptick
There are early indications that 2026 will be a strong year for UK private equity transactions after a stop-start previous 12 months. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Middle East conflict: force majeure and other pathways to relief for UAE construction projects
The regional conflict is causing significant disruption and impacting construction projects across the Middle East, with ripple effects extending well beyond the immediate area. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →JBCC: understanding the variances between nominated and selected subcontractors
South Africa’s JBCC suite of construction contracts has specific subcontracts agreements that work together with the Principal Building Agreement (PBA). Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →CMA examines agentic AI and algorithmic collusion
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is increasing its focus on agentic AI and algorithmic collusion through competition law and consumer protection work. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →South African court confirms servitudes cannot delay projects
A recent judgment will have far-reaching implications for energy developers, landowners and rights holders navigating Eskom servitudes in South Africa, an expert has said. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →New Australian data centre rules aim to improve energy grid security
The independent body that advises the Australian government on energy market rules and conducts reviews of the energy sector has published draft technical standards for large data centres and similar […]
Continue Reading →Employment Rights Act raises bar for rejecting flexible working requests
The Employment Rights Act (ERA) will introduce changes to how flexible working applications in England, Scotland and Wales are handled, putting more focus on employers being seen to consider the […]
Continue Reading →EU Inc. could shake-up Germany’s corporate system
Plans to enable new companies to register online in the EU within 48 hours could prompt Germany and other EU countries to rethink the processes they have in place to […]
Continue Reading →China’s anti-foreign sanctions regime enters new era of enforcement
China’s strengthened anti foreign sanctions regime is set for more assertive enforcement in 2026, heightening the need for foreign businesses to adopt agile, coordinated compliance strategies. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Contractor record-keeping vital to Middle East conflict claims
Construction contractors whose work has been impacted by ongoing conflict in the Middle East have been urged to focus on building up evidence to support contractual claims they might wish […]
Continue Reading →Middle East conflict: African port upgrades will offer alternative to Red Sea supply routes
The strain on port capacity in southern Africa owing to the rerouting of global shipping traffic caused by the Middle East conflict poses an immediate risk to the viability of […]
Continue Reading →Need for broader protections highlighted as judge makes first SLAPP ruling under ECCTA
An historic ruling against a multi-million pound libel suit highlights the needs for broader speech protection laws in the UK, according to an expert. Read Complete Article
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