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Navigating the new build process in Cayman

Every development is different and every off-plan purchase agreement is different.

Alternative Investment Funds Laws 2026 - British Virgin Islands

Reporting to investors is governed by the terms of the offering document and constitutional documents

The UK adjudication process

The Act does not address what will happen if a contract provision allocates liability for both the parties' costs and the adjudicator's fees and expenses.

Cayman Islands CRS Amendments: Cayman Islands-Based Principal Point of Contact

Cayman Islands financial institutions must appoint a locally resident Principal Point of Contact by 31 January 2027.

Guide for PRC Clients on Obtaining BVI Grants of Probate

BVI law requires applicants for a grant of probate or letters of administration with the Will annexed to ‘mark’ the Will with the standard oath and signature before a notary public.

Singapore revises salary benchmarks for 2027 Employment Pass applications

The MOM said the salary benchmarks will apply to new EP applications submitted from 1 January 2027 and to any renewal applications submitted for EPs that expire on or after 1 July 2027.

BMA consults on AI guidance for Bermuda's financial services sector

The proposed Guidance Note applies to all BMA-regulated entities across all sectors.

New PRC Offshore Trust Tax Rules – Key Implications for Cayman and BVI Offshore Trust Structures

The market should not overreact to the Notice.

Managing art collections in estate administration

For artists, collectors and their families, investing time in these matters during their lifetimes can help preserve value

Should South Africa learn from the UK's renewed late payment debate?

South Africa does not have a generally applicable construction security-of-payment statute. Instead, payment protection is principally contractual.

CMA doubles down on drip pricing, launching three new investigations

The Virgin Atlantic investigation concerns whether mandatory resort fees and local taxes were included in the upfront prices shown to customers purchasing package holidays.

Ireland launches first national anti-money laundering strategy

The strategy also sets out a series of reforms and initiatives designed to support these objectives.

Guernsey Funds Legal and Regulatory Update – September 2026

The Guernsey-based initiative is designed to support five first-time or emerging fund managers through a structured 12-month programme

Australian privacy law reforms move forward with consultation on ‘tranche two’ Bill

These reforms will be relevant to any organisation that collects, uses or discloses personal information about Australians

Late-stage liquidity and the Bermuda fund toolkit

Bermuda cannot legislate away global illiquidity.

Cayman Islands Applies for NAIC Qualified Jurisdiction Status

The application submission follows sustained engagement by the Cayman Islands Government with US insurance regulators and other key stakeholders

Proposed South African procurement reform raises compliance challenges for contractors

Public procurement occupies a central role in South Africa’s constitutional framework.

Pensions Ombudsman confirms no obligation to refund excess employer contributions following error

The PO's determination turned on the fact that the SIPP was governed by its terms and conditions, the scheme rules, HMRC guidance and applicable law

New Police Clearance Requirement for Key Persons of Bermuda Direct Long-Term Insurers and Insurance Intermediaries

The new requirement should be factored into the timing of regulatory applications and Key Person change notifications

Corporate Income Tax Amendment Act 2026

The Amendment Bill makes a consequential amendment to the Corporate Income Tax Agency Act 2024 (the 'Agency Act').

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