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Directors duties in Guernsey

A director will be in breach of his duty to act in good faith only if it is shown that he did not honestly consider his action to be in the best interests of the company.

‘Complicating’ compulsory purchase reforms take effect in England

The new process allows for earlier vesting of unoccupied or derelict land, and land in unknown ownership.

What’s changing in the Employment Rights Act 2025 rollout? Updated timelines, new consultations and practical implications for employers

The flexible working consultation closes on 30 April 2026

A practical guide to Lasting Powers of Attorney in Jersey

LPAs are governed by the Capacity and Self-Determination (Jersey) Law 2016 ("CSDL"), regulations made under it and the CSDL Code of Practice.

AIFMD II in Guernsey – an opportunity hiding in plain sight?

Guernsey has long operated robust AML/CFT regimes aligned with FATF standards

Are shareholders of a Cayman Islands company entitled to access privileged documents of the company?

The abolition of the shareholder rule will embolden the boards of companies to seek advice. This promotes efficient management and aligns with the separate legal personality of companies.

Injunctive Relief in Another Form? Cayman Court's Jurisdiction to Appoint JPLs Despite Ongoing Arbitration

The facts will sound familiar to those experienced with Cayman Islands disputes.

Foreign investment restrictions eased in Saudi Arabia

The removal of investment barriers is likely to offer significantly expanded opportunities for investors

Singapore's property investment rebound: Implications for commercial real estate investors in 2026

This selective approach reflects greater scrutiny of asset quality, use permissions and adaptability to future operational requirements.

AIFMD II makes Guernsey even more attractive as a fund domicile

EU AIFMs must supply more detailed information to national regulators on delegation and sub-delegation arrangements, resources allocated, and monitoring frameworks.

Major UK competition law reforms proposed

The government had previously announced plans for a separate consultation on legislative changes concerning the UK collective proceedings competition regime.

A guide for French SCPIs investing in Irish real estate

The Irish legal purchasing process, or “conveyancing”, begins at the “sale agreed” stage.

Hiding Australian directors’ addresses could cause insolvency process problems

The Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) made the changes in response to concerns about the public availability of directors’ personal information on its business registers

CMA issues new guidance in greenwashing crackdown

Under the new guidance, the CMA takes the view that action may be brought against more than one party in a supply chain if consumers have been misled

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.

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