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HMRC plans new single tax on securities

Tax on electronic share transfers will continue to be collected through the UK’s Central Securities Depositary (CREST) system.

Personal Information Protection Amendment Bill 2023

Bermuda has recognized the growing importance of data protection and privacy in the modern digital landscape.

Cayman Islands’ Joint Provisional Liquidators Appointed Over Failed Cryptocurrency Exchange

The Court’s appointment of JPLs in this matter demonstrates that the Cayman Islands Court continues to be adept at dealing with applications for the preservation of assets on an urgent basis.

The Online Safety and Media Regulation Act 2022 – a new framework for the regulation of harmful online content in Ireland

Significantly the OSMR Act also establishes, by way of Part 11, a brand new statutory regime for online safety including the regulation of harmful online content which will also be commenced on 15 March 2023.

Next steps in EU employment law reform

The amendments to holiday pay rules and TUPE, if implemented, will be important but not sweeping.

Forever chemicals a mounting litigation risk for businesses

There is already a move to restrict the use of PFAS in certain contexts.

FCA proposes tougher rules for cryptoasset marketing

The rules will apply to ‘qualifying cryptoassets’

Corporate Governance Update – Cayman Islands Regulated Entities

The Rule and Guidance will bring about several changes to the previous corporate governance requirements for regulated entities and extend them to private funds, which were not previously covered.

Attorney Kurt Gerstner presents on helping foreign companies deal with US litigation discovery at IADC 2023 Annual Meeting

He will focus on difficulties foreign clients may have understanding and complying with US discovery obligations

UK banks urged to prepare for new APP fraud reimbursement rules

Under the proposed new rules, payment firms will have to reimburse most APP fraud victims within five business days and additional protections will be put in place for vulnerable customers.

Employing UK citizens in Germany

This means that UK citizens must leave Germany after 90 days of stay, unless they can show a residence permit that allows them to remain in the Federal territory.

Cayman Islands funds - governance update

The aim of the new rules and guidance is to provide a consistent and enforceable governance regime for all regulated Cayman Islands entities, while eliminating some of the gaps in the current regime.

Permanent company virtual meetings permitted in Singapore

Companies are also now required to accept proxy instructions given electronically rather than leaving this to be stipulated in the company’s constitution.

Jersey 'Fast Track' Fact Sheet

The easiest way to progress matters in a fast track estate is to initially e-mail copies of all of the above documents

Obligations and Filing Deadlines for Registered Cayman Islands Investment Funds

The FAR form is published on the Authority's website and a mutual fund's or private fund's local auditor must submit the required return through the Authority's REEFS web portal.

Telecommunications and Information Technology Act brings change in Saudi Arabia

Under the new Act, a greater range of services are potentially subject to telecoms licensing and regulatory requirements than was the case before.

Holiday pay developments for charities

Most workers have a right to a minimum of 5.6 weeks' paid annual leave a year under the WTR, but 4 of those weeks are subject to EU law and 1.6 weeks are not.

Singapore to include phase-out of coal in green finance taxonomy

The Singapore Asia Taxonomy is being drafted to help Singapore’s financial sector to identify green investments to reach their net-zero goals faster, according to the report.

Lasting Powers of Attorney in Jersey

LPAs work separately to your Will and allow you (as the 'Donor') to appoint one or more people to act as your attorney/s

New Conversion and Division Options for EU Limited Companies

The Mobility Regulations update the current cross-border merger regime

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