The latest MDCG guidelines highlight a regulatory environment in the EU that is growing in depth and reach for software-based medical devices and diagnostics

FAQ explains research exemption, dual conformity assessment and clinical data obligations for devices and diagnostics

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) held a consultation last year on the review of the Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013 with input from businesses involved in the manufacture, distribution and dispensation of veterinary medicinal products.

Transparency List for generics is published and new legislation harmonising EU laws on veterinary medical products with national law is shortly to come into force...

On 5 June this year, a measure of the Italian Data Protection Authority no. 298/2024) was published in the Official Gazette, which dictates the guarantees to be observed for the processing...

The UK's 2024 general election may impact consumer law, with the Conservatives potentially advancing the DMCCA and Labour introducing ticket resale protections. DSIT issued OSA fee guidance, and the CMA launched a UK vet sector investigation.

Labour's business policies, outlined in their manifesto, focus on industrial strategy, infrastructure investment, tax reforms, and employment law changes. Key areas include green economy investments, support for small businesses, and AI regulation.

The way that we work continues to change. Some employers that had embraced hybrid working in a post pandemic world are now seeking to recalibrate, to ensure that that their approach strikes the right balance...

The Department for Work and Pensions has published the response to its 2022 consultation on the draft Occupational Pension Schemes (Funding and Investment Strategy and Amendment)...

A general election has now been announced for 4 July; should a Labour government be elected, we will see significant changes to employment law.

The article highlights significant growth in global offshore wind capacity, a delayed timeline for the UK's Contracts for Difference scheme, projections for UK offshore energy job growth, concerns over the EU carbon border tax, and the transformative potential of AI in energy systems.

This week we look at the introduction of retrospective applications to re-prioritise the grid connections queue, the Scottish government's adjustment to its 2030 climate change target...

Welcome to our top picks of the latest energy regulatory and market developments in the UK's transition to net zero.

The MHRA has published its response on how it is aligning with the principles of the AI regulation white paper

The UK government has published new guidance on the National Security and Investment Act (NSIA) focused on early-stage ventures, spin-outs and international investors, but has postponed a wider consultation on the regime.

The Procurement Act 2023 received Royal Assent in October last year and the Cabinet Office is anticipating a "go-live" date for the new regime of October 2024.

The High Court in Oatly AB v Dairy UK recently overturned a UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) decision and ruled that it was wrong to declare Oatly's "Post Milk Generation" mark invalid.

Binding corporate rules (BCRs) have been referred to by the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) as the "gold standard" transfer tool.

The UK's King's Speech highlighted new policies affecting businesses, including updates for the financial services sector. The Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) issued a policy statement on compliance with the FPS APP scams reimbursement requirement, detailing PSP obligations for reporting and consumer protection. Feedback is sought on draft guidance and a call for information on BigTech and digital wallets. The PSR also launched a consultation on assessing APP claims related to civil disputes...

The Dutch Court of Appeal in The Hague recently delivered a landmark judgment in the case against oil giant Shell brought by six non-governmental organisations.