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The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) expects online trader recommendation platforms (TRPs) to take action against businesses that try to boost their ratings based on fake or misleading reviews. But some businesses may fight back – arguing that the TRP was wrong to impose sanctions and even that they have suffered significant harm as a result.
The recent Supreme Court decision on the meaning of "sex" in the Equality Act has been widely reported and generated much debate. Whilst the Court provided clarification on what "sex" means in the legal context, on a practical level the decision has given rise to some complex questions and considerations, not least for employers.
Among other things, the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumer Act 2024 (DMCC Act) requires publishers of consumer reviews to take "reasonable and proportionate steps" to prevent the publication of fake or misleading consumer reviews. But what does "reasonable and proportionate" mean in practice?
In light of the ongoing uncertainty over increases in US tariffs, we look at the contractual implications for both suppliers and customers involved in international trade. This briefing discusses who pays, including the impact of Incoterms, and whether parties can avoid their contractual obligations based on force majeure clauses, material adverse change (MAC) clauses or frustration.
How concerned should franchisors be about the recent trend of attempted claims against franchisors over misconduct by their franchisees, and which areas of law pose the greatest risk?
On 8 April 2025 ESMA published for consultation the second of its draft regulatory technical standards (RTS) supplementing EMIR 3.0. These draft RTS set out the proposed new clearing thresholds applicable to financial counterparties (FCs) and non-financial counterparties (NFCs).
A new duty to prevent sexual harassment came into force in the UK October 2024, which requires employers to take various proactive steps to protect their staff. Below, we summarise what you need to know, and how to comply with the new duty.
Our regular round-up of recent and forthcoming developments in law and practice for in-house counsel.
The "Stop-the-Clock" proposal to delay sustainability reporting under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive ("CSRD") and due diligence obligations under the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive ("CS3D") was approved by the European Parliament on 3 April, with immediate consequences for many large companies preparing CSRD reports.
On 25 March 2025, Green J handed down judgment in Persons Identified in Schedule 1 v Standard Chartered PLC [2025] EWHC 698 (Ch).
The Competition & Markets Authority ('CMA'), alongside other UK regulators, has been under pressure to align with, and advance, the UK Government's 'pro-growth agenda'. Merger control has, in particular, come under fire - with the Government aiming for a more certain, proportionate, transparent and thus more business-friendly approach.
On 25 March 2025, the UK Financial Conduct Authority published a feedback statement (FS25/2) responding to its earlier call for input on reviewing FCA requirements following the introduction of the Consumer Duty in July 2024 (the Feedback Statement). On the same day, the FCA also published its high-level five-year strategy setting out its key strategic priorities until 2030 (the Strategy Document).
Following its pledge to introduce legislation within its first 100 days, the Government published the Employment Rights Bill on 10 October 2024. Once implemented, this legislation will make a number of significant changes to UK employment law.
Earlier this week, the UK Home Office published updated guidance (the "Guidance") for businesses on how to comply with the letter and spirit of the UK's Modern Slavery Act 2015 ("MSA").
All eyes will be on the Supreme Court next week, as appeals in the lead motor finance commission cases, Johnson, Wrench and Hopcraft[1], will be heard over three days from 1-3 April 2025.
The Building Safety Act 2022 ('BSA') gives the Government the power to impose a building safety levy on all new residential buildings in England (the 'Levy').
A regular briefing for the alternative asset management industry.