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Regulatory and compliance

Regulatory compliance and sustainability for clothing and textiles in 2026

With multiple regulations coming down the track, differences across Member States and between the UK and EU will add complexity
Regulatory Outlook

Food law | UK Regulatory Outlook February 2026

UK: Government confirms plans to update Nutrient Profile Model affecting HFSS product classifications | Commons select committee report addresses UK-EU
Regulatory Outlook

Advertising and Marketing | UK Regulatory Outlook February 2026

CMA publishes explainer on its Green Claims Code with focus on supply chain responsibility | ASA publishes findings from sweep of
Regulatory Outlook

Digital regulation | UK Regulatory Outlook February 2026

UK: Online safety and age assurance | UK government to consult on social media ban for children | Online Safety
Regulatory Outlook

Products | UK Regulatory Outlook February 2026

General/digital products: EU product compliance: digitalisation and common specifications proposals | Proposal to amend EU regulations on AI rules Life
Financial Services

FCA finalises UK buy-now, pay-later credit rules ahead of July implementation

No major change from the regulator and only minor changes for firms to consider while preparing for regulation
Intellectual property

UK Supreme Court confirms that 'milk' cannot be used for plant-based products in trade mark dispute

'Post Milk Generation' mark found invalid for oat-based food and drinks due to a breach of EU-derived law
ESG – Environmental, social and governance

ESG Knowledge Update | February 2026

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

EU MDR and IVDR poised to remain main framework for medical AI in draft AI interface reforms

Lex specialis treatment, integrated notified body reviews and clarified duties are designed to limit overlapping regulation of medical AI
Intellectual property

What trade mark and designs issues should brands look out for in Europe in 2026?

Non-use trade mark challenges may be on the rise, with bad faith and post-sale confusion remaining on the agenda and
Retail and Consumer

Sales in Belgium: key points to keep in mind before launching a promotional campaign

The winter sales have started, next will come the summer sales and, in between, consumers are constantly exposed to various