In this podcast series, we discuss the most pressing environmental developments and hot topics in UK law.

With the General Code now here and due to come into force on 27 March 2024, it is more important than ever to understand your scheme's ESG obligations.

Throughout this video series our expert Fintech team will share insights as to how we work and support our Fintech clients, in all areas from people issues to brand protection...

The Court of Appeal has delivered a landmark judgment that fundamentally changes the landscape for business rates mitigation strategies involving empty commercial properties. The ruling scrutinizes arrangements where property owners grant short-term leases to rates mitigation companies that place worthless items on premises solely to trigger empty property relief, applying the 'Ramsay principle' to determine whether such transactions serve genuine commercial purposes beyond tax avoidance. This decision over

The first point is that corporate hospitality and gifts are not by themselves criminalised by the Act.

The UK Government has introduced sweeping reforms to the regulatory framework governing medicines and medical devices through amendments to the Health Bill currently progressing through Parliament. These proposed changes would grant the Secretary of State new powers to establish a licensing regime for medical devices and enable faster regulatory updates in response to scientific and technological advances.

A newcomer injunction could now be granted against those who are "truly unknowable at the time of the grant" and who have yet to perform the acts complained of...

Network Rail has launched a comprehensive 12-week consultation on proposed rail access arrangements that will establish the contractual framework for implementing the Railways Bill. The consultation covers critical documents including Track Access Contracts, Station and Depot Codes, and capacity planning processes, with responses due by December 2, 2026.

The European Council has formally adopted a regulation on geographical indication protection for craft and industrial products (the ‘Regulation'). The Regulation is due to come into force in November 2023.

The Financial Conduct Authority's new rules on non-financial misconduct, effective September 1, 2026, present significant challenges for financial services firms navigating the intersection of regulatory compliance and employment law. This comprehensive guide examines the regulatory framework, identifies key risk areas including social media activity and whistleblowing, and provides strategic considerations for HR professionals preparing for implementation.

Our Pension Schemes ESG tool for trustees and employers is designed to make ESG simpler for you.

The Pensions Regulator (tPR) has issued its first climate change reporting fine (amounting to £5,000) against the trustee of the ExxonMobil Pension Plan for failing...

The FCA has published CP26/23, proposing significant changes to the Consumer Duty framework nearly three years after its implementation. These proposals aim to clarify the regime's scope, enable more proportionate compliance approaches, and address uncertainties that have led firms to adopt overly cautious practices, particularly in wholesale markets and complex distribution chains.

A guarantor may remain liable despite a change in the underlying contract provided the guarantee is unlimited or anticipates changes to the underlying contract.

Scotland's hydrogen sector is advancing rapidly as developers and investors navigate the complex landscape of land rights, infrastructure requirements, and regulatory frameworks needed to achieve ambitious production targets. With 5GW targeted by 2030 and 25GW by 2045, the intersection of real estate, planning, and evolving EU standards will determine which projects successfully deliver low-carbon hydrogen production and export capabilities.

Before challenging the validity of a will, many factors need to be considered. However, the recent decision in James v Scudamore [2023] EWHC 996 (Ch) highlights the importance of prompt action...

The Burges Salmon ESG team has launched a new Corporate ESG Disclosure Tool for companies looking to understand their disclosure and reporting obligations, both for their own business and their supply chains.

This week, the Burges Salmon Pensions Team returned once again to the Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association Annual Conference in Manchester.

The ASA recently announced new rules and guidance regarding the advertising of alcohol alternatives. The new rules will take effect from 14 May 2024...

The European Commission has designated ChatGPT as a Very Large Online Search Engine under the Digital Services Act, marking the first time a generative AI assistant has been classified this way. This designation, alongside Reddit and Roblox being named as Very Large Online Platforms, introduces systemic risk assessment obligations, independent audits, and advertising transparency requirements that most AI products have not previously faced. What does this mean for other AI assistants with web-search capabil