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The media storm surrounding an Anonymity Injunction (or Super Injunctions as they are referred to in the press) secured by a footballer to prevent the publishing of revelations about his private life has brought into sharp focus the future of privacy laws in England & Wales.

Impress, the alternative press regulator to the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), recently announced that it has applied for official recognition under the Royal Charter.

Everyone in the film industry is talking about Netflix's attempt to acquire Warner Bros Discovery and its portfolio, which includes Warner Bros, New Line Cinema, and HBO Max.

The U.K. is introducing regulations to allow multi-employer Collective Defined Contribution (CDC) pension plans, offering pooled investment advantages and predictable contributions for employers. Employers can tailor benefits within a collective plan, with new roles and actuarial tests for sustainability. The consultation closes on November 19, 2024, with legislation expected in 2025. Employers should monitor these developments and assess potential participation.

In light of the prevalence of global on-demand and internet content services (such as Netflix, Amazon Prime and YouTube)

In 2026, we predict YouTube and Netflix will converge more than ever before as each vies to be the platform (and advertising partner) of choice for short-form creator content...

OEMs are facing a technology dilemma. EU regulation requires motor vehicles to be fitted with 112-based eCall from 31 March 2018.

Is the UK broadcasting framework – in which public service broadcasters are carried by cable and satellite service providers for no payment – overdue for an overhaul?

John Whittingdale MP has had what must have been an uncomfortable time this week, as a result of action by some of the subjects of his ministerial responsibilities.

Piracy cannibalises the main money makers for studios – the rental and sale of DVDs and home videos. Hard copy piracy costs an estimated $3-3.5bn per year; digital theft may cost $3-4bn per year.

Piracy comes in two guises – hard copy (physical goods) and soft copy (electronic files). Press and check discs are one of the largest sources of pirated films.

New advertising standards codes for UK to crack down on environmental claims.

A legacy officer's role can involve difficult disputes with families and strong emotions can be aroused. In such disputes intrinsic human interest – and the risk of accompanying media interest – is always there.

The ‘Game Changers' conference kicked off with a keynote address by UKIE CEO Nick Poole.

The Advertising Standards Authority ("ASA") has recently released two rulings in which it found that the use of ex-footballers in gambling advertising was not of strong appeal to young people...

The newspaper in question had a subdomain containing more than 300 videos, ranging from 30 seconds to several minutes long.