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Energy and Utilities

Energy National Policy Statement enters new era in the UK

The government has set out its updates in the Autumn Statement to support its drive to net zero
Tax

Autumn Statement 2023: what UK business tax measures were announced?

More fiscal headroom enabled tax cuts and business incentives to be announced in the chancellor's statement
Regulatory and compliance

The Procurement Act and Net Zero

Does the new Procurement Act go far enough in its commitments around net zero?
Tax

Autumn Statement 2023: what business tax measures can the UK expect?

Immediate tax cuts and giveaways are unlikely to feature in the chancellor's statement on 22 November
Financial Services

International Funds Legal Update | 8 November 2023

The future of the UK regime for asset management, assessment of value requirements, liquidity management rules, and more
Regulatory and compliance

The next milestone approaches in the UK NHS net zero supplier roadmap

From April 2024, the NHS will proportionately extend the requirement for suppliers to prepare Carbon Reduction Plans to all procurements
Smart Power

Smart Power | Managing ageing portfolios: dealing with defective equipment and the renewal of insurances

Welcome to the latest edition of Smart Power, Osborne Clarke's specialist service for asset managers within the green energy sector
Regulatory Outlook

Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook October 2023

UK government publishes draft Vehicle Emissions trading schemes order | Consultation opens on proposed ban of wet wipes containing plastic
ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance

Law Society of England and Wales provides guidance on climate risk governance and greenwashing risks

Guidance highlights importance of being aware of climate-related risks and ESG when advising boards
Energy and Utilities

Fast cycle gas and salt caverns in the UK: yesterday's game or back in vogue?

Gas storage sites are complex, with particular logistical and geological risks – but there are major opportunities for long-duration energy
Competition, antitrust and trade

Collaborating on ESG: the UK's CMA publishes Green Agreements Guidance

Businesses will have more certainty on how to structure and deliver green collaborations and comply with competition law
ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance

Greenwashing: EU's latest legislative initiative steps up scrutiny of 'green' claims

New rules will focus on avoiding misleading ads and information about a business's environmental credentials and goals