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The UK government's first 100 days – what measures affecting business have been progressed as anticipated?

We look at some of the significant first legislative steps the new government has taken, while business awaits its first
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
Competition, antitrust and trade

What can businesses learn from the UK National Security and Investment Act's Third Annual Report 2023-2024?

The NSIA Third Annual Report 2023-2024 showcases increased notifications, sector-specific trends, and the government's commitment to national security
Competition, antitrust and trade

Foreign direct investment in Italy: what the 2023 annual activity report tells business about the government's 'golden power'

The annual report on the exercise of special powers confirms, once again, an increase in the number of transactions reported
Regulatory Outlook

Competition | UK Regulatory Outlook September 2024

Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act: implementation insights | Litigation funding | European Merger Control
Sanctions, ownership and related issues

UK Office of Trade Sanctions Implementation to arrive for October launch

New enforcement body's powers impose additional compliance burdens on industry, financial services and legal sectors
Competition, antitrust and trade

UK CMA launches investigation into Ticketmaster's Oasis ticket sale

The regulator is looking at the use of 'dynamic pricing' in the sale of tickets for the Manchester band's reunion
Regulatory and compliance

New UK public procurement regime delayed to February 2025

The government has pushed the implementation of the Procurement Act 2023 back by four months
Regulatory and compliance

How 'known risks' will work under the UK Procurement Act 2023

What should be considered when dealing with the list of known risks in a tender notice?
Competition, antitrust and trade

New independent regulator for English football announced in the King's Speech

Football and its fans will be hoping that a governance bill paves the way for a more equitable field for
Regulatory and compliance

Navigating the EU's new GPSR: obligations are introduced for online marketplaces

Who are online marketplace providers and what should they be aware of before the regulation becomes applicable later this year?