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Bermuda: New Beneficial Ownership Framework

The BO Act applies to all legal persons1 (sometimes referred to herein as “in scope entities”), subject to limited exceptions.

Updates on Hong Kong’s Uncertificated Securities Market Regime from an offshore perspective

The USM implementation plan covers HKEx-listed companies incorporated in Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, Hong Kong and Mainland China.

SEC Solicits Input on RMBS Disclosure and Registration Requirements

The release focuses particularly on residential mortgage-backed securities

Qatar boosts flexible working for female government employees

The policy change means that mothers of Qatari children employed by government entities, regardless of their nationality, are permitted to leave government posts two hours early

Bird & Bird maintains Mansfield Rule Certification for fourth year

Bird & Bird first participated in in the UK pilot of the Mansfield Rule in 2021/2022

ADGM data protection rules updated

A further new rule enables special category data to be processed on ‘substantial public interest’ grounds

At Least One in Three US Companies Unprepared to Tackle National Security Compliance Risks, Eversheds Sutherland Report Finds

C-suite executives and in-house legal counsel split on risk strategies and compliance ownership

The new IFR approval process for club owners in English football

In its early days the Independent Football Regulator (IFR) has published draft rules and guidance for consultation

MSPs back ‘rent control areas’ in new housing law

Mid-market rent, build-to-rent (BTR) properties and student accommodation are all excluded from this rent control framework.

Guidance from Fundraising Regulator on handling cashless donations

The guidance covers processing and accepting credit and debit card donations, direct debit, text donations and cryptocurrency donations.

Procurement shake-up as Employment Rights Bill changes aim for pay parity

Under the code, which is scheduled to be in place from October 2026, providers of outsourced services would be required to offer new staff the same preferential terms as former public sector staff delivering the services.

APAC countries signal shift in nuclear interest and investment

Southeast Asia is projected to develop 25GW of nuclear capacity by 2050, requiring around US$208 billion in investment.

How to Prepare for Cayman Islands Economic Substance Returns

Getting an early start to annual Cayman Islands economic substance regime filing allows ample time to prepare paperwork and confirm compliance with advisors.

Justifying liquidator fees: UK Privy Council draws from Singapore framework

Courts must balance fair compensation with creditor protection, but approaches to fee assessment have varied across jurisdictions, leading to uncertainty and dispute.

Australian Energy Regulator introduces new requirements for embedded electricity networks

In Australia, private networks can operate under exemptions from the requirement to register as a network service provider under certain circumstances.

Hogan Lovells celebrates 25 years in Italy amid strong growth

This investment has driven significant market recognition and financial success.

Dutch caretaker government announces several labour reforms

The government says it is also exploring options to strengthen the collective labour agreement system

UK pharma reimbursement scheme reform trailed

In UK terms, the US-UK economic prosperity deal commits the UK to “endeavour to improve the overall environment for pharmaceutical companies” operating in the UK

The Code of Laws (1771): a watershed in Jersey's legal history

This enquiry produced the Code of Laws for the Island of Jersey (1771) (the "Code")

South Africa court finds presentation of original guarantee not always pre-requisite for payment

The court accordingly held that Fusion was prevented – legally, ‘estopped’

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