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Real estate

Government proposes the abolition of upwards only rent reviews in new commercial leases in England and Wales

The measure buried in the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill is raising investor and landlord concerns
Mobility

International regulatory advances for autonomous and electric vehicles will shape the future of mobility

The automotive industry is undergoing seismic change driven by advancements in technology and evolving regulation
Tax

Navigating recovery of VAT on deal fees

Maximising recovery of VAT on deal fees requires careful practical structuring around the specific facts and real substance behind the
Mergers and acquisitions

Fraud unveiled: Dutch court nullifies €62.9m Rodeo software deal

Case highlights the critical importance of due diligence and legal alertness for investors as SPA is annulled due to fraudulent
Energy and Energy Transition

The Energy Transition | UK government confirms reforms to national pricing in REMA electricity market update

Welcome to our top picks of the latest energy regulatory and market developments in the UK's transition to net zero
Infrastructure

Planning system changes look to aid the delivery of UK infrastructure

New infrastructure strategy proposes biannual 'spatial' planning updates and removing obstacles to the consent process
ESG – Environmental, social and governance

ESG Knowledge Update | July 2025

Welcome to our Osborne Clarke ESG Knowledge Update, which offers a round-up of legal, regulatory and market news
Decarbonisation

Environmental marketplaces: creating a high-integrity voluntary carbon market in the UK

Government consultation on enhancing the integrity of voluntary markets could boost confidence and catalyse investment
Energy and Energy Transition

Winds of change: UK government moves to accelerate onshore wind energy

The UK's new onshore wind strategy aims to remove barriers to development and create economic opportunities
IT and data

UK and EU GDPR for HR | Summer 2025

The Data (Use and Access) Act, work surveillance, 'excessive' subject access requests and employment records
Dispute resolution

Court of Appeal rules that UK directors must act honestly towards the company's board and members

Objectively dishonest conduct may breach director's duty to promote the success of the company in 'good faith'