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Take privates of listed groups with a Guernsey captive insurer – key points

This sustained success has translated into a steady flow of instructions for us of transactions involving Guernsey insurance structures, particularly captive insurers.

Accessing beneficial ownership information in the BVI: the new "legitimate interest" regime

The purpose of this legislative update is to ensure the BVI remains a leading and compliant jurisdiction, while also protecting privacy of individuals.

Scotland’s heat network licencing regime to be streamlined

The Scottish Government has launched a new consultation on plans to introduce new licensing for network operators

Client alert: Update on IEEPA tariff refunds

This alert clarifies how affected parties can claim refunds for the IEEPA tariffs and what to expect going forward.

Australia tightens merger rules from April as ACCC thresholds expand

These changes split partial asset acquisitions into two categories: ‘large acquirers’ and ‘very large acquirers’.

Jersey's simplification agenda: new Control of Borrowing Order and Registry changes

Part of Jersey's regulatory landscape since 1958, it will shortly be repealed in favour of a modernised regime.

Seychelles Corporate Governance: The New Landscape for 2026

This is not just another compliance exercise.

Warning over developer impact as Scotland approves new building safety levy

Under the legislation, newly built properties - including build to rent homes and student accommodation – will be subject to an additional charge.

Regulator issues privacy guidance on age assurance technologies in Australia

The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) issued its privacy guidance on age assurance technologies three months after Australia's social media minimum age came into effect

New civil transaction reform is a ‘significant shift’ in UAE contract law

Saifan said: “Of particular commercial importance is the statutory duty of disclosure.”

PFAS regulation in the EU

PFAS is a class of approximately 10,000 fluorinated chemicals.

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025

Assured tenancies (ATs) were introduced by the Housing Act 1988, which came into force on 15 January 1989.

The Competition and Markets Authority publishes response on reform of non-compete clauses in UK employment contracts

The CMA recognises the importance of labour market mobility for promoting competition and economic growth

Latest increases to UK employment tribunal awards and statutory payments

In unfair dismissal cases, the following figures will apply where the effective date of termination of the employee falls on or after 6 April 2026.

Guernsey introduces seven-year deferral for taxation of share-based awards

This seven‑year deferral model is a departure from previous practice

Trusts (Jersey) Amendment Law 2026

The Trusts Amendment is about clarity and confirmation to reflect industry practice. It is not about fundamental change.

Jersey clarifies secured creditors’ statutory priority over trustee liens

A central feature of Jersey trust law is that trustees hold a lien over trust assets

Navigating Bermuda’s New Recovery Planning Requirements: A Roadmap for Commercial Insurers

Along with the Guidance Note, BMA also released a Stakeholder Letter (Letter) which contains the BMA’s responses to industry feedback on the prior iteration of the Guidance Note (released on 10 April 2025).

Middle East conflict: ‘proactive’ Central Bank supports UAE banks to help businesses

The Central Bank of the UAE said banks “should continue to provide the required financing services to support their customers and the national economy”.

Impersonation fraud risk flagged by pensions regulator

Pensions experts Hayley Goldstone and Charlotte Scholes of Pinsent Masons said the warning should trigger industry action.

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