Technical defences alone won't stop misuse, error or rogue insiders. From careless clicks to malicious insiders...

The Employment Rights Bill has hit choppy waters as the House of Lords has refused to back down over its various objections – including to "day one" unfair dismissal rights and the guaranteed hours scheme for zero and low hours workers.

The UK government has unveiled plans to modernize financial services regulation through a new bill announced in the King's Speech, aiming to reduce regulatory complexity while maintaining high standards.

The Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Cryptoassets) Regulations 2026 (SI 2026/102) have been published.

News on advertising less healthy food and drinks just keeps coming — the Food Standards Agency (FSA) in Northern Ireland and the Department of Health are now consulting on introducing restrictions...

The UK Home Office is launching a 24/7 Passenger Support Helpline on 31 December 2024 to assist travelers with eVisa-related entry issues, focusing on guidance and resolution options.

On August 28, 2024, the Home Office confirmed that the going rates for some occupations in the Immigration Rules are incorrect and will be updated in the Autumn. Until then, sponsors should use the rates provided in the updated guidance documents, which Home Office caseworkers will follow.

Although the ETA scheme was fully rolled out from April this year, there is currently an 'implementation period' in place which allows individuals...

The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has announced an increase in fees across all IP rights.

The Court of Appeal has provided important guidance on when confidential information in FRAND judgments may be redacted, with particular emphasis on material concerning third parties.

The 2024 Trade Mark Round Up Report highlights key cases, including confusion over "Royal" alcohol brands and Lewis Hamilton's defeat by a luxury watch brand. It offers insights and practical tips to guide trade mark protection strategies for 2025.

Building on the insights shared in our recent webinar, we're pleased to be launching the fourth edition of our Trade Mark Round Up Report which explores the most significant trade mark cases...

The Football Governance Bill has passed at third reading with a large majority in the House of Commons of 415 to 98. Originally introduced by the previous Conservative government following then sports...

As part of our now well-established annual tradition, I'm delighted to invite you to a virtual fireside chat with Guy Parker, Chief Executive of the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA).

Over the past few years we've written a lot of articles about advertising less healthy food and drink.

In this episode, Brinsley and Geraint examine the ‘will-they, won't they' saga that is the Green Claims Directive. They consider the landscape around green claims in the UK and EU in light of these latest developments...

Finally, on 11 June 2025, the Data (Use and Access) Bill passed and brought an end to the seemingly never-ending constitutional ping pong between the Commons and the Lords, the Lords and the Commons.

The impact of AI has been felt across almost every industry. The recent SAG-AFTRA video games strike highlights some of the issues presented by the use of AI in the creative industries and in particular, in video game development.

Welcome to our second issue of The Collective Quarterly which supports creative, innovative, tech and science rich businesses, to adapt and thrive in these rapidly evolving and challenging times.

In our latest edition we explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping industries - from healthcare to the creative economy.