The AI Act was published in the Official Journal of the EU on 12 July 2024, a couple of months later than expected, and will become law on 1 August 2024.

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has published a policy paper setting out the UK government's approach to using sanctions as a foreign and security policy tool.

What are the implications for employers and what compliance measures and next steps should they take?

The Belgian Parliament's House of Representatives (HoR) has adopted a legislative resolution aimed at enhancing the accessibility and affordability of digital health applications (the Resolution).

The EU's General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) (Regulation (EU) 2023/988) came into force on 12 June 2023 and will be applicable to businesses later this year from 13 December.

The drug agency's new guidance focuses on regulatory authorities but holds relevance for the industry...

The EU AI Act was formally adopted by the European Parliament on 13 March 2024 – see the adopted text. This is not the last step in the legislative process but is an important milestone.

Attracting and retaining talent in today's competitive job market is critical to the success of many businesses. This is particularly the case for early-stage companies...

The newly formed Dutch cabinet, – a coalition of the Party for Freedom (PVV), the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD), the New Social Contract (NSC) party and the Farmer Citizen Movement (BBB) – that will be presented on 2 July now faces the challenge...

Ahead of the general election, Labour and Conservative manifestos outline differing approaches to retail sector issues, focusing on consumer law, advertising, digital regulation, business rates, and landlord-tenant reforms, with notable gaps in both parties' plans.

The EU's Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), has passed the final stage having been formally adopted by the Council of the EU on 24 May. The legislation will now be published...

The government announced a number of changes to simplify the process for granting tax-advantaged enterprise management incentive (EMI) options at the Spring Budget 2023.

Labour plans to allocate £555m annually to HMRC for tax enforcement, including hiring 5,000 compliance officers and enhancing digital capabilities with AI. Focus will be on large businesses, umbrella arrangements, and potential CFA prosecutions, signaling heightened tax scrutiny under a Labour government. Compliance measures like spot checks and data protection considerations will be crucial for businesses in managing tax risks.

It is almost universally acknowledged that in Great Britain (as in many other European jurisdictions) grid connection delays are now the biggest barrier to the country achieving net-zero.

Ofgem published its Forward Work Programme 2024-25 on 28 March 2024, outlining its strategic priorities and objectives for the upcoming year.

UK financial regulator issues more sustainability information and European authorities recommend SFDR adjustments

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has updated its rules for authorised UK collective investment schemes, providing additional options, as well as clarifications and corrections...

Financial services firms must maintain robust anti-money laundering (AML) measures amid evolving regulatory expectations. Delays in the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act's implementation highlight the ongoing need for vigilance against financial crime.

European Commission to assess impact of DMA and DSA on online advertising sector | EHRC updates guidance on discriminatory advert guidance | IAB UK says government must take collaborative approach to digital advertising regulation and work with industry...

NCSC guidance for organisations considering payment in ransomware incidents | UK government announces two new codes of practice for cyber security and AI | ICO reports on cyber security breaches.