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Real estate

New rental auction regime to begin for empty high street premises in England

Local authorities will be empowered to let vacant commercial premises in designated high streets or town centres in England at
Regulatory Outlook

Consumer Law | UK Regulatory Outlook November 2024

Secondary legislation made under Media Act 2024 | Culture, Media and Sport Committee re-launches British film and high-end TV inquiry
Retail and Consumer

Black Friday and competition law: compliance top tips and errors to avoid in the UK and EU

Retailers and brands must also navigate competition law and sustainability concerns around the November shopping event
ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance

ESG Knowledge Update | November 2024

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

UK Financial Conduct Authority launches premium finance market study

The regulator is assessing whether there is adequate competition in the market and fair value for consumers
The UK Budget

Autumn Budget 2024: How does the Budget affect commercial real estate in England?

The spending measures announced largely reflect the government's commitments to deliver housing and planning reform
Regulatory Outlook

Consumer Law | UK Regulatory Outlook October 2024

UK updates | UK government requests Ofcom to prepare report on designation of Tier 1 services under Media Act 2024
Retail and Consumer

De Hoge Raad doet uitspraak over online betaalknoppen: Wat betekent dit voor webshops?

De uitspraak heeft mogelijk grote gevolgen voor online handelaren, vooral in het geval dat rechtszaken tegen consumenten al gestart zijn.
Retail and Consumer

What is the EU Digital Product Passport and who is it for?

Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation introduces traceability tool
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
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