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Regulatory and compliance

The UK Procurement Act 2023 brings new rules for frameworks and dynamic markets

The changes that are set to be introduced later this year could prove useful for both suppliers and authorities
Commercial

UK Marketinglaw | February 2024

Welcome to the latest edition of Marketinglaw
Commercial

English High Court considers limitation of liability for dishonest breach

The case reinforces the importance of clear drafting and the courts' literal approach to interpreting clauses
Retail and Consumer

UK rail regulator increases focus on online ticket retailing, hidden fees and 'drip pricing'

What is good practice for train-ticket retailers when displaying prices and fees and providing online information?
Real estate

UK Court of Appeal rules in favour of developer on interpretation of restrictive covenant

The words 'and also' demonstrate the importance of contractual interpretation when considering modification of covenant
Tech, Media and Comms

Technology, Media, and Communications Annual Review 2024: key themes

AI, digital regulation, M&A and emerging 'inclusive' policies are among the areas of focus for this year's review
Regulatory and compliance

Reform of the Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013 takes shape for GB

Modernisation of the regulatory framework aims to reduce the administrative burden for businesses in Great Britain

High Court rules in UK’s third-ever cartel damages judgment

Osborne Clarke acts for successful corporate claimants in damages claim relating to a worldwide LCD panels cartel
Retail and Consumer

English court finds trade mark valid for oat-based drinks despite use of the term 'milk'

High Court rules that the UKIPO wrongly found mark invalid and did not breach regulation on use of term 'milk'
Financial Services

FCA announces review into UK motor finance commission arrangements

The regulator is investigating whether the arrangements resulted in harm to consumers before the 2021 ban
Real estate

Dutch Supreme Court receives preliminary questions on rent modification clauses

Subdistrict courts have recently been ruling on lease agreements with a focus on unfair terms and modification clauses