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Modern slavery | UK Regulatory Outlook October 2024

Select committee publishes report on the impact of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 | European Parliament approves Regulation on forced
Regulatory Outlook

Environmental, social and governance | UK Regulatory Outlook October 2024

Commission proposes 12 month delay to EU Deforestation Regulation | Where next for UK green consumer finance? | Guidelines to
Regulatory and compliance

Modern Slavery Act 2015: UK select committee calls for urgent reforms

UK legislation criticised for falling behind global standards on risks in supply chains and corporate reporting
Decarbonisation

EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: how to stay ahead of the 'carbon curve'

Businesses should review their supply chains, 'importer' status and data collection – and be aware a UK CBAM is pending
Financial Services

Where next for UK green consumer finance?

The search is on for market solutions, from property-linked finance to consumer credit reform
ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance

ESG Knowledge Update | October 2024

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

International Funds Focus Quarterly | October 2024

Regulatory developments for fund managers in the UK and across Europe
Regulatory and compliance

Commission proposes one-year delay to the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation

Following numerous calls for postponement, a 12-month delay to implementation has been proposed
Energy and Energy Transition

Harnessing the breeze: co-location could unlock the potential of UK onshore wind

Co-location offers an opportunity to boost the drive towards net zero and innovative ways to maximise efficiency
Financial Services

What practical issues are holding back green consumer finance in the UK?

Robust consumer protections for unsecured lending can pose problems, while mortgages are far from a perfect solution
Retail and Consumer

How can sustainability and IP rightsholders' interests be reconciled in second-hand goods sales in Europe?

Determining if repair, refurbishment or upcycling of branded goods is a trade mark infringement needs case-by-case analysis
Financial Services

What's holding back UK green consumer finance? A financial services perspective

What is green finance, why is it needed and what are the challenges?