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Energy and Energy Transition
Hydrogen Act unbundles Belgium's pipeline market to create regional hub
The world-leading legislation creates a clear framework for investment and helps energy-intensive industry to decarbonise
Commercial
UK Court of Appeal considers when an agreement can be novated by conduct
Changing a party to an agreement should be viewed as a novation not a variation, and a 'no dealing' clause
Financial Services
Financial Reporting Council reforms strengthen decision-making over UK audit quality
Changes to the Audit Enforcement Procedure aim to ensure high-profile audit failures are given proper scrutiny
UK Media Act
A modern era for UK public service broadcasting is ushered in by the draft Media Bill
The reforms have been widely welcomed by public service broadcasters with minor changes during pre-legislative scrutiny
UK Media Act
UK reforms for digital prominence to encompass TV selection services
Newly regulated selection services will capture those used by many to access content online, including smart and pay TV
UK Media Act
A new extra-territorial scope is on the horizon for the UK's video-on-demand rules
Larger VoD-only service providers will have to adhere to content standards similar to broadcast TV channels
UK Media Act
Video-on-demand services to report to Ofcom on accessibility under draft UK Media Bill
The broadcast industry has applauded moves to align VoD accessibility requirements with those for linear TV channels
Dispute resolution
In or out of time? Time bars in engineering, procurement and construction contracts in the UK
Construction contract provisions set timeframes for actions so a party can exercise a right or claim and entitlement
Dispute resolution
Does 'a prudent uninsured' still need the insurer's consent to settle with a third party in England and Wales?
Recent case highlights potential waiver issue for insurers telling the insured to act as a prudent uninsured
UK Media Act
What is the current 'state of play' of the draft UK Media Bill?
The pre-legislative scrutiny stage has concluded with eyes now on the next steps for the UK broadcasting reforms
Regulatory and compliance
UK government heralds 'indefinite' CE marking recognition in GB market
Businesses will still need to look carefully at regulations and determine if a UKCA or CE mark is more appropriate
Financial Services
UK Upper Tribunal restricts the FCA's interpretation of consumer redress schemes
The UK financial regulator's powers are not unfettered if their imposition would produce absurd results
