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'Radical reset’ needed to simplify UK nuclear regulation, claims industry review

It found that the current regulatory environment around nuclear developments was overly complex

BVI Update: Initial Annual Financial Returns Deadline for Limited Partnerships

The first financial period that is in scope for BVI limited partnerships is 2025, i.e. for a limited partnership with a 2025 calendar year, the annual return will be due from 1 January 2026.

The Legal Profession Bill, 2025: Pending Changes to the Legal Industry in The Bahamas

The Bill was projected to come into force in the first quarter of 2025.

Navigating Philippine labour laws during a global restructure

The contractor must comply with the requirements involving substantial capital or investment, control, and registration under Philippine law.

Navigating a global restructure in China

Chinese law strictly limits the grounds for terminating employment.

VISU sanctions reporting in BVI due 30 November

The annual reporting obligation will be relevant to (among others) BVI funds holding underlying assets that are frozen

Court rules updated in the Qatar Financial Centre

The new court rules took effect on 4 June 2025.

UAE launches first bankruptcy court

Firms should review insolvency strategies, monitor implementation and seek guidance on these changes

Navigating Thai labour laws during a global restructure

Employers which are involved in a global restructuring that includes Thailand must consider the potential financial and legal implications when terminating employees

Significant changes to Singaporean laws will impact global restructures

Employers will also need to consider factors such as immigration, tax obligations, payroll, social security, insurance and other employment law considerations.

Implications of proposed stamp duty increase on high-end Cayman Islands real estate

Under the proposal outlined in the Budget Address, the rate of stamp duty on residential transactions valued at CI$2 million or more will increase from 7.5% to 10%.

Country by Country Reporting (CbCR) – Re-registration Required by 30 November 2025

CbCR is relevant to MNE Groups with annual consolidated group revenue of US$850 million or more in the preceding fiscal year.

Succession planning in the Cayman Islands

The preparation of a Cayman Islands will requires careful attention

Amendments to Cayman Islands company law coming into force

The Amendment Act removes this requirement by allowing capital reductions without court approval, where permitted by the company’s articles of association.

FCA to become sole AML supervisor for professional services firms

The decision follows a 2023 HM Treasury consultation which considered four potential reform models for AML / CTF supervision.

Courts and governments are still grappling with position of AI in litigation and arbitration

Some courts and bodies have responded by issuing guidance to help practitioners and parties navigate the use of AI responsibly.

UK Government consults on new employer duty to inform workers of union rights

The new duty will be enforced in the same way as the existing requirement to provide a statement of employment particulars.

Trade union access agreements under the UK Employment Rights Bill – what to expect

The Government intends this new right to take effect by October 2026.

Mauritania joins wave of local content regulation adopters

Last month Mali revoked more than 90 mining licence for gold, bauxite, uranium and other minerals, with some dating back a decade, that had been issued to international companies operating in the country.

Russia's Designation of the IBO as 'undesirable'

The Russian designation creates a genuine risk for Russian nationals engaged in IB programmes.

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