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Update on changes to the beneficial ownership regime in the Cayman Islands

Many Legal Persons that were previously out of scope or exempt will now need to identify their registrable beneficial owners

Universities face uncertainty as ‘freedom of speech’ act put on hold

Once the Act is in force, higher education institutions (HEIs) in England will face increased obligations

Queensland case underscores regulators’ powers in work health and safety investigations

Inspectors are free to seize any information they can while investigating suspected safety breaches.

Antecedent Transactions in the BVI and Cayman Islands: a beginner's guide

This guide examines what transacting parties need to know about the potential implications antecedent transactions may have on doing business with BVI and Cayman Islands companies.

Lawyers Warn Trustees to Review Investment Plans in Light of New VAT on Private School Fees

Trusts will need to account for the additional 20% VAT on school fees

New Cyber Security Bill to be brought before Australian parliament

The Bill is part of a suite of proposed reforms aimed at modernising the law for a digital age

Deathbed gifts dramatically change the effect of a will in England & Wales – justice or abuse?

Mr Rahman's case clarifies how the deathbed gift doctrine operates in the modern age.

UK life sciences investment at stake as NHS reimbursement grumbles grow

In England, NICE is responsible for negotiating agreements with life sciences companies

Zero-hour contract ban proposals require businesses to rethink workforce strategies

It is therefore important for factors impacting the higher education, tech, and various other sectors to be considered before a blanket ban on zero-hour contracts is given the go ahead.

ESMA vision for SFDR and sustainable finance in the EU set

ESMA would seek to require firms to disclose similar metrics on transition activities, such as the relevant share of revenue and capital expenditure.

Businesses to benefit from loosening of Dutch pledging prohibitions

Any notification to a debtor of the transfer or pledging of a claim must be done in writing, other than in respect of these excluded categories of claim.

South African company law updated

The amendments will update the Companies Act 2008 when they take effect – a date still to be prescribed by South Africa’s president, Cyril Ramaphosa, in the Government Gazette.

Enhanced Cayman Islands beneficial ownership transparency regime now in force

The BOT Act reflects a restatement and enhancement of Cayman's beneficial ownership regime.

‘Failure to prevent bribery’ offence will soon take effect in Australia

Implementing appropriate compliance programs will be critical to establishing the ’adequate procedures’ defence in the event of a prosecution for the new corporate offence.

Dubai introduces new law on the taxation of foreign banks

Dubai's new tax law for foreign bank branches eases concerns over higher taxes after UAE Corporate Tax intro.

Bosses urged to place workplace health and safety ‘on equal footing’ among business priorities

Guidance produced by the HSE and the Institute of Directors on effective leadership of workplace health and safety is also highlighted.

Dentons’ Litigation and Dispute Resolution group: Steadily growing as a Canadian powerhouse

Over the years, through offering nationwide representation from six of Canada’s key economic centers, and assisting global clients in domestic and cross-border disputes

Impact of potential variations of scope in Hong Kong SAR NEC forms must be thoroughly assessed

Variations are known as ‘change to the Scope’ in the NEC

Bank of Italy: Public consultation on new AML reporting

This data and information have been sent to the Bank of Italy in the last couple of years by obliged entities through the so called AML questionnaire.

Employers in UAE are turning to long-term incentives to retain employees

Changes to the UAE’s Companies Law (Federal Law No.32 of 2021) permitting public companies to increase their share capital to put in place employee share plans

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