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ESO proposes the retrospective application of the 'first ready, first connected' approach for GB grid

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 11:12:37 +0100

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Radical reforms to the grid connection process have been proposed to address the urgent issue of grid connection delays

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook April 2024

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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Stress awareness month | Health and Safety Executive updates RIDDOR guidance | Government invest £1.5million into innovative occupational health services

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Smart Power | UK energy market strategy in 2025, repowering and ethical supply chains

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 10:09:07 +0100

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

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EU strengthens its arsenal in fight against environmental crime

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 14:59:31 +0100

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Revised legislation brings in 'qualified' offences to criminalise serious environmental damage and replaces the 2008 law

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Setting sail globally: launching internationally in an interconnected world

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 15:42:37 +0100

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Launching a business internationally can be a game-changer but comes with its own set of challenges and considerations

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UK government unveils draft procurement regulations for public sector bids

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 11:17:51 +0100

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Authorities and suppliers will need to keep an eye on information published about procurements and resulting contracts

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What happens to the project company at the expiry of UK PFI contracts?

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:17:06 +0000

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Directors of the special purpose vehicles created for PFI projects should be aware of the steps they need to take ahead of project expiry

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook March 2024

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:09:13 +0000

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Building Safety Act update: transition period coming to an end | New Occupational Health Taskforce | RIDDOR review

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Government publishes second consultation on electricity market arrangements in Great Britain

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:48:44 +0000

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Direction of market reform becomes clear as focus of consultation narrows to four key challenges

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Spring Budget 2024: Unprecedented boost for UK offshore wind sector?

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 15:09:54 +0000

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Chancellor confirms the total subsidy as the CfD AR6 budget is announced

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The UK Procurement Act 2023 brings new rules for frameworks and dynamic markets

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 11:37:41 +0000

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The changes that are set to be introduced later this year could prove useful for both suppliers and authorities

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Long-term land interests and housebuilding: what can be unpacked from the UK CMA's industry findings?

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:59:28 +0000

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The competition regulator has also launched a follow-up investigation this year into information sharing

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Six things to know about telecoms security rules for suppliers of UK network and service providers

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 14:31:50 +0000

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The rules introduced at the end of 2022 have increased compliance requirements and risks for telecoms providers

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What legal developments can businesses in the UK expect in 2024?

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 10:53:50 +0000

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Our Knowledge Team looks at what lies ahead for business law

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What's on the horizon for English real estate in 2024?

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 10:37:10 +0000

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Expect more focus on sustainability, transparency and building safety and significant reforms for residential property

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Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook January 2024

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 10:09:13 +0000

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Government delays mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain to January 2024 and publishes first statutory instruments | Government launches consultation on the proposed rules to govern carbon capture transportation and storage networks | UK Sustainability Disclosure Requirements

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The new debarment regime for UK public procurement: how contracting authorities can avoid the pitfalls

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 11:52:28 +0000

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What will the Procurement Act's introduction of a new debarment list for suppliers entail for contracting authorities?

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UK Crown Estate publishes plans for fifth round of offshore wind leasing

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 16:00:43 +0000

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Celtic Sea leasing round will start in February 2024 and will have some important differences to previous competitions

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Under Construction: Legal developments in the UK construction industry | December 2023

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 12:44:41 +0000

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Payment terms under the Construction Act, fines for delayed remediation of fire-safety defects, RAAC and more

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EU's new RED III legislation significantly raises renewable energy targets for 2030

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 10:12:51 +0000

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RED III has provisions for industry, transport, building and permits and must be transposed to national law by mid-2025

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What procurement questions should contracting parties have in mind when anticipating the expiry of UK PFI contracts?

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 10:53:25 +0000

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Managing arrangements requires early planning – especially when the incumbent is considering rebidding

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook November 2023

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 17:07:56 +0000

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King's Speech – health and safety aspects | HSE publishes annual work-related ill health statistics | Ministerial statement on transitional arrangements for second staircase in residential buildings

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Direct awards get post-pandemic overhaul under the new UK Procurement Act

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:09:30 +0000

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UK ministers have been given sweeping new powers to bypass procurement rules to 'protect life'

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Energy National Policy Statement enters new era in the UK

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 09:46:50 +0000

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

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

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 12:32:49 +0000

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

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