Coronavirus A guide for your business
COVID-19 – and the measures governments have implemented to slow the spread of the virus – represent an unprecedented challenge for business globally.
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The UK Coronavirus Act | an overview
This Insight sets out a high level summary of key parts of the Coronavirus Act 2020, which received royal assent and became law in the UK on 25 March 2020.…
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Electronic signatures: COVID-19 and ‘business as (un)usual’
As the impact of Covid-19 prompts businesses to rethink and adapt the ways they work, it is more important than ever to ensure you understand the legal issues around the…
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Competition law in times of crisis: Can you get a free pass?
COVID-19 has affected our world in unprecedented ways. Hardly any industry is spared from the serious economic consequences. Though some carve-outs are available in times of crisis, companies must continue…
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UK government to ban evictions of commercial tenants
With 25 March 2020 being a rent quarter day, government intervention to prevent evictions will be welcomed by commercial tenants, but risks leaving landlords exposed.
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UK COVID-19 | Employment update | Top three in 3 minutes
Welcome to our top three where we are drawing together the latest developments for UK employers on the coronavirus emergency. 1. What is the Coronavirus Employee Retention Scheme? The government…
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The future of insurance in Asia-Pacific | Navigating InsurTech issues in the Digital Era
Like many sectors of the economy, the insurance industry is affected by increasing technological innovation and disruption in the digital era. Technology in insurance, or InsurTech, is experiencing rapid growth,…
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What effects does the coronavirus have on civil proceedings in Germany?
The coronavirus / COVID 19 is currently not only bringing public life almost to a halt, but also has a considerable impact on the economy and the judiciary.
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State aid | How can governments support businesses in the midst of the coronavirus crisis? Part II – European Commission Temporary Framework
As the coronavirus causes the risk of significant economic losses for companies and for citizens across the Union, the European Commission has announced a Temporary Framework for State aid measures,…
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UK COVID-19 Corporate Financing Facility: how does it work and which companies are eligible?
Initial details of the government's much-publicised support package has given rise to concerns that a large chunk of UK PLC may fall through the gap between the scheme intended for…
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The European Union opts for Artificial Intelligence and defines a strategy for its proper development and safe use
The European Commission, as part of its new digital transformation strategy, published the White Paper on Artificial Intelligence, which presents the opportunities this technology offers to boost Europe's digital economy…
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UK presses ahead with digital services tax
The UK confirmed in the Budget on 11 March 2020 that it is introducing a digital services tax (DST) from 1 April 2020, in the absence of a coordinated global…