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Parliamentary procedure for UK government bills

Most acts include powers for the government to make regulations on more detailed matters, which are necessary for the act to operate as intended.

Jersey's new administration regime put into practice for the first time

For directors, lenders and creditors, the first administration order provides early confirmation that the regime is available as a practical restructuring and rescue tool.

Companies house identity checks: First directors prosecuted

Identity verification is a central reform introduced by the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, which amends the Companies Act 2006.

Police certificates become part of BMA vetting

A person who has lived in several countries may face a more involved process.

SEC Proposals Would Expand SEC-Registered Advisers’ Ability to Receive Performance Compensation and Broaden Accredited Investor Definition

The SEC is further requesting comments on developing a designated accredited investor exam, to be administered by FINRA.

Proposed Supervision Rules for Internationally Active Insurance Groups

This alert summarises the key aspects of the consultation and the Proposed Rules

Nature’s little secrets: Why the BVI is the smart choice for global Financial Services Licensing

The BVI’s little secrets are therefore not shortcuts: they are the integration of speed, efficiency, robust regulation, and a thorough financial-services architecture.

Over two thirds of charities report a rising demand for services over the past year

A priority for charities should be to further emphasise the important role that charities play in society as a way to boost funding.

BVI companies: a new requirement for filing annual returns

The requirement to file an annual return has not been extended to BVI partnerships.

Understanding Cayman ELP disputes: rights, duties and winding up issues

The critical feature of an ELP is structural.

Bermuda’s Beneficial Ownership Exemption Order 2026

A separate alert will summarise the key provisions of the Amendment Act, the Regulations and any future Guidance Notes.

Structuring for complexity: The BVI and project finance

The boom in digital infrastructure, and data centre developments in particular, presents further complexity still.

Bermuda: Updates to the beneficial ownership reporting regime

Bermuda’s beneficial ownership regime was established under the Beneficial Ownership Act 2025

Renewal or surrender of Cayman Islands director registration to avoid non-compliance: action required

Failure to renew a DRLA registration or licence will result in the covered entity ceasing to be in good standing with CIMA

Latest update on UK employers' obligation to give workers a statement of the right to join a trade union

Regulations will include a standardised statement that must be included with a link to or list of trade unions

How British employers can prepare to receive first ERA trade union access requests

Employers should assume that access requests could start arriving on the very first day the regime comes into force: Friday 30 October.

UAE insurers face tougher market entry test under new licensing regime

The regulation is also notable for its treatment of foreign insurers.

Costs in the Jersey Employment and Discrimination Tribunal: Royal Court guidance

During the costs appeal hearing, the parties agreed to settle the substantive issues in the case, but the Court was asked to consider the SEB’s costs appeal as a point of law of general importance.

Union access to UK workplaces – a significant new right comes into effect on 30 October 2026

In the meantime, regulations are awaited giving further detail of the new requirement on all employers to give workers a written statement advising that they have the right to join a trade union.

Flexible working in 2027: The UK government reveals further details of upcoming reforms

ACAS will also update its code of practice on flexible working with a view to it being laid before Parliament early in the summer of 2027.

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