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Energy and energy transition

What the Belgian and Flemish coalition agreements could mean for projects to 2029

The different coalition agreements contain notable measures for construction and energy projects
ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance

ESG Knowledge Update | February 2025

Welcome to our ESG Knowledge Update, which offers a round-up of legal, regulatory and market news
Regulatory Outlook

Products | UK Regulatory Outlook February 2025

UK updates: Product Regulation and Metrology | Age verification for knife retailers | Domestic furniture fire safety | Device manufacture
Regulatory and compliance

New NPPS sets out 'value for money' message for UK public procurement

Government wants public bodies to use procurement to drive growth, social and economic value, and commercial capability
Decarbonisation

COP29 delivers breakthrough Article 6 deal for international carbon markets

Clear standards and guidelines for global trading paves the way for collaboration and investment in emissions reduction
The UK Budget

What do venture capitalists need to know about the UK government's policies?

Tax changes and growth plans pose opportunities and challenges for the venture capital community
The UK Budget

How does the UK Budget impact the life sciences and healthcare sector?

Change is afoot as more NHS investment and reforms follow a new industrial strategy and Regulatory Innovation Office
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
PPP/PFI

UK PFI handbacks: remember the value of technology, data and IP assets

When entering into dialogue as projects 'sunset', prioritise tech and data needs, build strategies and avoid disputes
Financial Services

Where next for UK green consumer finance?

The search is on for market solutions, from property-linked finance to consumer credit reform
Energy and energy transition

'Red alert': EU Renewable Energy Directive's third edition rolls out in the Netherlands

What changes will RED III bring for Dutch renewable targets and related legal procedures and what is its status?
Telecoms

How near is telecoms in Europe to a 'true' digital single market?

Companies need to continue to align services closely to Member State law as the EU looks to develop a unified