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Gambling

CJEU rules that online gambling licences carry no cross-border protection

Online gambling operators face full legal exposure in every EU market, the Court of Justice of the EU has confirmed
Knowledge Notes

The UK King's Speech – what can business expect this year?

The government has set out its agenda for the new Parliamentary session, with continued emphasis on economic growth
Construction

HMRC steps up enforcement of VAT domestic reverse charge for UK construction

Construction businesses and supply chains face severe consequences for non-compliance as HMRC activity intensifies
Regulatory and compliance

Lifting the automatic suspension: the new test under the UK Procurement Act 2023

The first case decided under the Act confirms that public interest now plays a central role in suspension application
GDPR for HR

GDPR for HR Coffee Break | May 2026

Holiday pay records, security duty, and refusing abusive DSARs
Games and interactive entertainment

Games with loot boxes get 16-plus age rating in Europe under PEGI overhaul

Other common mechanics deemed PEGI 12, with age ratings also applying to time-limited offers and daily rewards from June
Dispute resolution

Upper Tribunal clarifies scope of legal advice privilege in UK lockdown case

The ruling decides whether the prime minister seeking legal advice on the lawfulness of lockdown is subject to privilege
Financial Services

New UK payments safeguarding rules take effect with further FCA review to come

Rule changes and guidance updates reflect a more robust regime, with the possibility of further reforms ahead
Financial Services

UK Appointed Representatives regime set for overhaul

The government is consulting on targeted reforms to close gaps in the regulatory framework after years of concern
Financial Services

UK regulator moves to streamline investment and pensions advice regime

The Financial Conduct Authority proposes rule changes intended to enable more simplified advice to meet consumer need
Life Sciences and Healthcare

US-UK deal reshapes pharma trade and pricing for life sciences businesses

The agreement marks a structural shift in trading conditions, pricing and market access for life sciences companies in both markets
Advertising and marketing regulation

Marketinglaw: April 2026

Welcome to the latest edition of Marketinglaw