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The UK's sustainable finance regulatory framework has taken a major step forward with the launch of the transition plan consultation.

This publication has been tailored to highlight topical news, cases and changes in the law impacting the investment management sector.

The UK Government has announced plans to introduce an overnight visitor levy, granting mayors discretionary powers to charge tourists staying in hotels, serviced apartments, and other commercial accommodations. This new framework, following similar schemes in European cities, aims to generate revenue for local area improvements, cultural events, and infrastructure development, though concerns remain about its impact on the hospitality sector and tourism competitiveness.

The EU Court of Justice has delivered a landmark ruling in Google and Alphabet v Commission, upholding a €4.125bn fine for anticompetitive practices involving the Android operating system. The judgment clarifies crucial principles about abuse of dominance in digital markets, particularly regarding when the as-efficient competitor test applies and how exclusionary effects should be assessed in ecosystems characterized by network effects and high barriers to entry.

The private funds radar is our regular roundup of developments from around the world for private fund stakeholders.

The CMA has published its fourth piece of informal sustainability guidance, on the 3Keel LENs 2.0 scheme (the 3Keel Informal Guidance), pursuant to its Green Agreements Guidance (the Guidance) and associated "open door" policy.

The Competition and Markets Authority has imposed its first substantive fine under new consumer enforcement powers, penalising the AA £4.2 million for drip pricing practices.

The High Court has ruled on whether a company's fraudulent breach of warranty can be established by combining the knowledge of multiple executives, addressing a critical question in corporate fraud litigation.

The Home Office has published new guidance on modern slavery and transparency in supply chains, including on the duty to publish an annual modern slavery statement.

The Government has updated its technical guidance on registration and verification under the UK's Register of Overseas Entities (ROE).

The High Court has confirmed that the court has power under section 125 of the Companies Act 2006 to order the creation of a company’s register of members in circumstances where the company...

An individual who invested indirectly in a property development project through intermediate companies was unable to claim directly under...

The Financial Conduct Authority has published final rules requiring UK listed companies to align sustainability and climate disclosures with UK Sustainability Reporting Standards, replacing the current TCFD framework. Operating on a 'comply or explain' basis, these rules extend beyond climate to cover all material sustainability matters including biodiversity, workforce risks, and supply chain resilience.

The Court of Appeal's recent judgment in R (oao World Uyghur Congress) v NCA [2024] EWCA Civ 715 clarifies UK's Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA), highlighting risks for businesses. It mandates vigilance against inadvertent involvement in money laundering via supply chains, impacting sectors from textiles to finance, urging enhanced compliance and risk mitigation efforts.

The Upper Tribunal reversed Stuart Barnes' IR35 ruling, determining his Sky contract met employment criteria. Key factors included fixed payments, exclusivity, control, and a long-term relationship indicative of employment.

The European Accessibility Act (the Act), is an EU Directive which aims to harmonise accessibility requirements for certain products and services offered to consumers within the European Economic Area (EEA).

Evergreen credit funds are increasingly being adopted by sponsors to meet investor demand for greater liquidity than is typically offered...