11/23/2023
UK government launches consultation on use of agency workers during strikes
The proposed changes would allow agency workers to provide temporary cover in all sectors – as long as they are suitably qualified to uphold service standards.
Government Regulation
11/23/2023
Autumn Statement 2023: plant and machinery ‘full expensing’ to be made permanent
There is no cap on the amount of the amount of expenditure that can qualify for relief.
11/23/2023
Autumn Statement 2023: planning reform earmarked for UK infrastructure delivery
Taken together, the documents, outline a pipeline of forthcoming changes that the government intends to deliver to the planning system in England
11/22/2023
UK employers face sharp rise in 'illegal migrant' fines
The type of check will depend on a number of factors such as the individual's nationality and type of permission they hold.
11/22/2023
Guernsey pension funds: hedging longevity risk
Several insurance managers have established their own incorporated cell companies to facilitate longevity risk transfer transactions for their clients.
11/22/2023
Allen & Overy files amicus brief in 5th Circuit in support of challenge to SEC private fund adviser rule
The brief contended that by failing to conduct an adequate economic analysis of its recent private fund adviser rulemaking, the SEC has violated its statutory obligation under Section 202(c) of the Investment Advisers Act
11/22/2023
How new UK laws affect ‘nationally significant infrastructure projects’
The government consulted on moving to a new EORs system in March this year.
11/21/2023
Five Key Questions on the draft UK financial regulatory diversity and inclusion rules
The Regulators have collaborated on the draft rules to ensure consistent application to dual regulated firms.
11/21/2023
Cladding Remediation Bill will have major impact on Scottish real estate
The Bill, expected to be passed by mid-2024, seeks to establish measures to enhance building safety and confidence among various stakeholders in the real estate sector.
11/20/2023
Draft reforms to UK holiday pay rules leave room for future changes
The draft legislation clarifies what should be included in normal remuneration for the purposes of EU leave to codify case law on this issue.
11/20/2023
UK Corporate Governance - autumn 2023 update
This update notes recent developments showing the Government's aim to reduce corporate governance requirements on listed and larger private companies.
11/20/2023
New DIAC rules further promote mediation in the Middle East
New mediation rules, developed by the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), came into effect on 1 October 2023 (the DIAC Mediation Rules).
11/20/2023
German Energy Efficiency Act enters into force
With the entry into force of the legislation, energy efficiency requirements for the construction and operation of data centres are now binding.
11/20/2023
Caught in the middle: approaches to child relocation in England and Wales, Singapore and Hong Kong
England and Wales, Hong Kong and Singapore all attract multicultural families
11/16/2023
New requirements under the UK Data Protection and Digital Information Bill
An important aim of the DPDI Bill is to make compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) easier
11/16/2023
US Corporate Transparency Act – what does it mean for your charity?
The CTA requirements were enacted as part of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 to combat corruption, money laundering, and terrorism financing
11/16/2023
New inquiry into the use of sub-contractors by fundraising agencies in the UK
The standards which apply to all fundraising are set out in the Fundraising Code.
11/16/2023
Losing the faith? Implied term of good faith rejected in Jersey contract law
The Royal Court therefore concluded that there was no Jersey authority which stated definitely that an implied term of good faith is a part of every Jersey law contract.
11/16/2023
Herbert Smith Freehills unveils the 3rd edition of its practical CSR guide for listed companies
Companies must today comply with new obligations arising from increasingly dense and complex national and international norms, standards and good practices.
11/16/2023
UK offshore wind auction price cap increased
The government has confirmed price cap rises for other renewable energy technologies too, ahead of the sixth round of the renewables Contracts for Difference (CfD) auction in 2024.