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Shareholder activism in Bermuda

Bermuda law allows for many of the same types of anti-takeover defence mechanisms that may be familiar in foreign jurisdictions such as the United States.

Jersey investment funds - Spring 2026 update

Transfers of shares will be permitted by any method

Guernsey investment funds - Spring 2026 update

The Commission’s Director General, William Mason, has set out a pro-growth and pragmatic regulatory agenda

Cayman Islands investment funds - Spring 2026 update

Subsequent advisory statements have also extended some deadlines

UK looks to streamline national security and investment rules

Alongside the new legislation covering major water and sewerage providers, the rules will see semiconductors and critical minerals - previously grouped together

FCA sets out its 2026 regulatory priorities for the Retail Banking sector

There is recognition of the significantly changing landscape of retail banking as people use branches less and digital channels more

Mergers and Acquisitions in the Isle of Man

Lexology provides an essential information tool helping in-house counsel, governments and corporate officers to look beyond their own borders

Protection of Whistleblowers in Jersey: Report and draft Law

For employees, there would be an ability to claim that their dismissal was ‘automatically unfair’ because their protected disclosure was the reason or the main reason for the termination of their employment.

New rights for families as Britain prepares for major changes to sensitive leave entitlements

Under the new legislation, employees will be entitled to bereavement leave from their first day on the job

Next Level Governance: The Benefits of an Expert Bermuda Corporate Services Provider

Understand the benefits of engaging an expert Corporate Services Provider in Bermuda, backed by a vast international network.

Global Luxury Brands Face Rising ESG Compliance Demands as Regulation Matures Across Markets in 2026

According to the guide, the most significant development this year is not the volume of regulatory activity but its maturity.

Central Bank regulatory & supervisory outlook 2026: Key trends for funds & asset managers

Importance of operational resilience in service provision – the Central Bank emphasises the importance of providing resilient services

Privacy at Work: What PIPA Means for Bermuda Employers

Employers should establish procedures to respond to such requests in a timely and transparent manner.

A will trust can keep a home in the family

Choosing the wrong trustee can invite conflict.

Global antitrust fines surge to USD7.7 billion as regulators embrace “soft” enforcement tools alongside record penalties

Europe dominated enforcement, accounting for 91% of global fines and the two largest penalties in 2025.

Significant risk transfers in Guernsey

Guernsey was the first jurisdiction in the world to introduce legislation permitting the formation of protected cell companies - in 1995.

FATCA: Impact on Cayman Islands Entities

This publication is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice or a legal opinion.

CAS arbitration in Ireland expected after UEFA's landmark statute amendment

From 1 July 2026, UEFA's statutes will allow for the seat of arbitration for CAS proceedings to be Dublin or Lausanne.

Warning over money laundering obligations as HMRC reveals crackdown figures

Rachel Trease, a regulatory risk expert with Pinsent Masons, warned the results showed the dangers for businesses in failing to register with HMRC properly in line with their AML obligations.

DFSA updates rulebooks in anti-money laundering push

The DFSA’s updated AML framework also indicate a move toward more rigorous, evidence-based compliance and greater accountability at the senior management, and compliance officer levels.

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