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What's Happening in DC - Pension Schemes Bill special

This issue focuses on the DC aspects of the Pension Schemes Bill that was recently introduced to Parliament.  The theme running through the DC policy decisions is better outcomes for members, including through value for money assessments and default decumulation solutions.  Investment choices made by consolidated 'megafunds' are also intended to benefit the UK economy.

The Data (Use and Access) Act's data protection reforms – what now?

The Data (Use and Access) Act (DUAA) was a long time in the making: it finally received Royal Assent on 19 June 2025 after weeks of "ping-pong" between the two Houses of Parliament over transparency measures in relation to AI and copyright - measures that were ultimately dropped.  The DUAA includes a package of data protection and e-privacy reforms, introduces frameworks for smart data and digital verification schemes and puts the National Underground Asset Register on a statutory footing.  Now it is finally here, what happens next?  This briefing sets out key takeaways for businesses in relation to the DUAA's data protection reforms.

LAFRA consultation on service charges

On 4 July 2025, the Government issued a consultation asking for input as to how best to implement the sections of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 ("LAFRA 2024") which deal with improving the service charge regime for leaseholders paying both variable and fixed service charges. The Government also seeks to improve the regulation of managing agents, who it acknowledges are crucial for the successful management of both leasehold and commonhold schemes.

EHRC Update on Supreme Court gender decision

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.

Fake or misleading consumer reviews: time's running out to put your house in order

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is about to start enforcing new rules designed to prevent the publication of fake or misleading consumer reviews.  Have you considered how you'd respond if the CMA asks what your business has done to comply?

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