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Channel Islands contract law

The good faith blade may thus cut in relational contracts (unless excluded by the parties) but is not as sharp as it might appear.

NIS2: EU chases 23 countries on cyber law implementation

Cyber law expert Stuart Davey of Pinsent Masons said the lack of national implementing legislation for NIS2 is hampering business efforts to comply with the new regime.

Irish businesses urged to familiarise themselves with new Companies Act provisions now commenced

It is expected that the remaining provisions will be commenced in early 2025.

The French Competition Authority approves the acquisition of Flowbird by EasyPark with AO Shearman advising

Following an examination of the effects of the transaction on the markets concerned, the Autorité has cleared the acquisition without condition, in a decision of November 20, 2024.

Employment status code updated in Ireland

Tax expert Robert Dever of Pinsent Masons in Dublin said the code was originally published in 2001

French supreme court asks CJEU to clarify scope of sanctions

The questions essentially ask how broadly the concept of the indirect availability of funds or economic resources

Digital identity services in Bermuda

Under the supervision of an Office for Digital Identities and Attributes, the UK DIATF defines the rules, standards and governance oversight for all DISPs.

Shaping the future: 2024 trust law developments across Ogier's offshore jurisdictions

In Guernsey, significant strides have been made through regulatory changes

Corporate sustainability reporting requirement concerns remain for Irish businesses

The minister for enterprise, trade and employment enacted the EU (Corporate Sustainability Reporting) Regulations 2024 on that date.

Guernsey funds legal and regulatory update December 2024

The implementation date for the amended Code is 3 February 2025 with a transition period of two years for companies that will cease to be subject to the Code as a result of these changes to allow these companies to put in place alternative arrangements.

New Irish Companies Act enhances CEA enforcement powers

The Act also provides for the CEA to have greater visibility of records of illegal conduct by company officers.

'Great News' for Businesses? Judge Halts Transparency Mandate

The law is clearly constitutional and Congress was well within its powers to pass the law to defend America and protect our financial borders.

Mutual funds in the Cayman Islands

This category of regulation is applicable to retail mutual funds.

A Guide to Jersey Partnerships

The Limited Partnerships (Jersey) Law 1994 (as amended) (the "1994 Law") provides the statutory basis for LPs.

Guernsey's approach to digital assets: legal framework, regulatory landscape, and emerging challenges

Guernsey's approach to digital assets reflects a practical application of existing legal principles

GFSC clarifies rules around surrender of Guernsey Collective Investment Scheme authorisation

The updated guidance amends the previous update from 12 months ago

Overhaul of Australia’s merger clearance laws: what it means for businesses

Australia’s current merger clearance laws do not mandate parties to an acquisition that may substantially lessen competition

TISE launches Specialist Companies Equity Listing Rules

The new Specialist Companies Equity Rules include a streamlined listing application process and simplified disclosure requirements

Licensing considerations for UK hospitality at Christmas

The position is different in this regard across the UK.

Changes to payment practices and performance reporting for large businesses

The rules have been amended recently.

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