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CMA guidance supports greater collaboration between universities

The guidance also references other CMA guidance that may be relevant to HE providers

The UK’s progress towards delivering the National Payments Vision

The FCA and PSR, working closely with the Bank of England and Treasury through the Payments Vision Delivery Committee (“PVDC”), are taking a coordinated approach to maximise collective impact and drive forward innovation in payments.

Interaction of Ireland’s climate law and planning regime clarified

Louise McQuaid of Pinsent Masons said: “The ruling represents an important recalibration of the legal landscape for renewable developers.”

Venezuela's political turmoil impacts international investors

In recent weeks, several major publishers have examined the economic links Venezuela has with other countries, including China and the US.

Australia moves to increase transparency of the ownership of interests in listed entities

Information to be disclosed includes the details of any agreement through which the deemed economic interest arises.

Guide to child adoption in Hong Kong

Every adoption in Hong Kong must be approved by a Court Order, including privately arranged adoptions between relatives.

EU: Future digital company law rules set to transform corporate administration

Deadlines in 2027, 2028 and 2029 mean businesses should consider preparing now

SRA sounds warning notice to high volume claim firms

UK legal industry regulator the Solicitors Regulation Authority said it was “concerned” by the behaviour of some law firms in how they deal with some ‘no win no fee’ cases.

AIFMD II should strengthen Ireland’s position as a lending centre for private credit

The implementation of AIFMD II, combined with the Central Bank of Ireland’s overhaul of its domestic AIF Rulebook, will enhance Ireland’s standing as a European hub for cross border credit.

Energy firms face extra compensation payouts over new smart meter rules

Ofgem said its compliance regime has already seen more than 900,000 misfunctioning smart meters repaired or replaced since 2024

Qatar set for overhaul of employees end of service payouts

A key part of the proposed approach is to channel and invest non-Qatari employees’ end of service gratuity payments

Civil Reform Bill 2026: Key changes explained

The Civil Reform Bill introduces an enormous overhaul to the discovery process.

The New Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework – Relevance for Cayman Investment Funds

Investment funds are not subject to the CARF Regulations unless they undertake activities that would render them a RCASP

Recovering attorney fees in the Middle East

As such, understanding what is required, and what it means for potential actions in the region, is an essential part of the action process – and may determine where you file a case in the first place.

A practical guide to trustee blessing applications for 'momentous' decisions

To ensure any blessing application stands the best chance of being approved notwithstanding challenges by beneficiaries, a degree of front-loading is required.

New Executive Order Declares National Emergency and Authorizes Tariffs on Goods from Countries Supplying Oil to Cuba

The Executive Order comes at a critical moment for Cuba, which, according to reports, is experiencing its worst economic crisis in the 67-year history of its communist revolution.

Updated UK data laws take effect this week

One DUAA change that has not been provided for under the new regulations is the transfer of the functions of the information commissioner into a new corporate structure.

Strengthening corporate defences against corruption in Singapore: Practical takeaways

Regulatory expectations now extend well beyond the existence of formal policies, focusing instead on whether companies can demonstrate credible, effective and lived compliance frameworks.

How ALSPs can help drive a smarter legal ops strategy

A successful legal ops strategy first requires identifying the gaps that need to be filled to help your team and business thrive.

Ireland confirms revamp of rules for renewable energy auctions

Charlotte Gourley, an energy policy expert with Pinsent Masons, said the decision had set out a clear path for future RESS auctions.

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