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The UN Security Council has again, by unanimous vote, decided to follow up on the Resolutions passed in the summer of 2014 and has unanimously passed two further Resolutions on Libya.

The Government’s ID card scheme which only recently obtained the go ahead after much controversy looks likely to be delayed.

Operating as an unlicensed private investigator will become an offence, it has been announced.

The UK Government's £298bn Defence Investment Plan signals major reforms to defence procurement, promising simplified acquisition routes and stronger industry partnerships. As the legal framework evolves through the Procurement Act 2023 and planned reforms to Single Source Contract Regulations, businesses face both unprecedented opportunities and complex compliance challenges in one of the most strategically important periods for UK defence in a generation.

On October 13, 2016, a Bill was introduced in the UK Parliament proposing amendments to the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 and Terrorism Act 2000.

A review of terrorism insurance programs in selected countries.

On 29 April 2021, the UK National Security and Investment Bill, which strengthens the UK government's ability to investigate transactions on grounds of national security, was granted Royal Ascent.

Intellectual property rights face new challenges as 3D printing and additive manufacturing reshape the defence industry. Swedish aerospace firm GKN Aerospace's Project Otto demonstrates how these technologies enable ITAR-free engine designs, while collaborations with Pratt & Whitney pioneer large-scale structural components for military aircraft. The convergence of advanced manufacturing and IP protection raises critical questions about technology transfer, licensing arrangements, and patent strategies in a

Data controllers and data processors in both the UK and Europe are breathing a collective sigh of relief after the EU formally approved the UK's data adequacy status on Monday of this week...

A cross-firm team has successfully completed the Defence Marine Services (DMS) programme for the Ministry of Defence (MoD). The programme, spanning over six years, involved competitive and single...

On 24 July 2018, the U.K.'s Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) published a White Paper consultation seeking views on proposed reforms to the government's powers...

The duty will apply to the private and public sector alike and relevant legislation should be expected in a matter of months.

The National Security and Investment Bill (the Bill) is shortly due to receive Royal Assent.

Another focus will be on where lessons can be learned from international efforts to regulate big tech, such as in France, Germany and Australia.

Following adoption of the new rules by the Council of the EU in March 2021, the EU Parliament has also now adopted the text on second reading.

The National Security and Investment Act 2021 (the "Act") introduced screening powers for the UK government to scrutinise and potentially block acquisitions of UK business...

The Government is currently consulting with the public and retailers to seek their views on proposed legislation requiring the occupiers of "publicly accessible locations"...

The EDPB considers that UK bulk access practices, onward transfers and its international agreements need to be clarified further.