ArticleSlovakian Law On Ethical HotlinesSlovakia enacted a law relating to whistleblowing and ethical hotline policies at the beginning of this year which comes into effect on 30th June.SlovakiaEmployment and HRCharles Russell Speechlys LLP
ArticleDIFC Courts Improve Access To Justice For EmployeesThe Dubai International Financial Centre Courts hear claims brought by employees within the DIFC, Dubai's financial free zone.United Arab EmiratesWealth ManagementCharles Russell Speechlys Dubai
ArticleFocus Antitrust - 13 November 2019The CMA has published its provisional findings in the LN-Gaiety/MCD merger inquiry, finding that the merger would not raise competition concerns. Click here.United KingdomAntitrust/Competition LawCharles Russell Speechlys
ArticleFocus Antitrust - 18 December 2019The CMA has issued its interim report on its market study into online platforms and digital advertising. The report concludes that there is a strong argument for the development...United KingdomAntitrust/Competition LawCharles Russell Speechlys
ArticleFocus Antitrust - 18 September 2019Secretary of State decides not to appeal decision in Evening Standard/Independent public interest caseUnited KingdomAntitrust/Competition LawCharles Russell Speechlys
ArticleCOVID-19: Considerations For CompaniesThe COVID-19 pandemic is causing disruption to businesses of all sizes across the UK.United KingdomCorporate/Commercial LawCharles Russell Speechlys LLP
ArticleAnother Deadline: Implementation Of The Senior Managers And Certification Regime On 9 December 2019All remaining Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulated firms, including for example FCA regulated asset and wealth management firms, brokers and trading firms, will become subject to ...United KingdomEmployment and HRCharles Russell Speechlys
ArticleNo Discrimination In Failure To Pay Men Enhanced Shared Parental PayThe Court of Appeal has ruled this week on the issue of whether men on shared parental leave should be paid the same as women on maternity leave. Their answer is a resounding no. United KingdomEmployment and HRCharles Russell Speechlys
ArticleNon-Disclosure Agreements – Where Are We Now?In the government response earlier this summer to the consultation on the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in the workplaceUnited KingdomEmployment and HRCharles Russell Speechlys
ArticleWhat Happens When The Crown Breaches Its Health And Safety Duties?Following the death of a military diver, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has recently avoided prosecution because of its status as a Government Department.United KingdomEmployment and HRCharles Russell Speechlys LLP
ArticleCan The Middle East Switch From Black Gold To Green?As oil prices continue to decline and the demand for clean energy continues to increase, economies in the Middle East have been under tremendous pressure United KingdomEnergy and Natural ResourcesCharles Russell Speechlys LLP
ArticleChanges To Divorce Laws To "End The Blame Game"The Ministry of Justice has today announced changes to divorce laws to "end the blame game" United KingdomFamily and MatrimonialCharles Russell Speechlys
ArticleReports Of An Increased Number Of Financial Services Scams During The Pandemic: A Result Of A Move To Remote Services?It has just recently been revealed by the think tank "Parliament Street" that the Financial Conduct Authority is currently investigating around 165 suspected scams relating to the Pandemic.United KingdomFinance and BankingCharles Russell Speechlys LLP
ArticlePizza Hut Chain Is Rescued In Deal That Saves 90% Of BusinessFollowing its decision in July to consider restructuring options in light of its mounting debts, the popular restaurant chain Pizza Hut has reached an agreement with its creditors by way of a company voluntary arrangement ...United KingdomInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringCharles Russell Speechlys LLP
ArticleTrade Marks: Liverpool Fail To Emulate Spurs' SuccessThose of us sufficiently grey of hair and wrinkled of flesh may remember a decision made some 17 years ago that the trade mark TOTTENHAM United KingdomIntellectual PropertyCharles Russell Speechlys
ArticleIs #Ad No Longer Enough?The Advertising Standards Authority ("ASA") recently published a report entitled 'The Labelling of influencer advertising'. United KingdomMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentCharles Russell Speechlys
ArticleOfcom Consultation On The Protection Of TV And Radio Programme ParticipantsOfcom has recently launched a consultation on the introduction of two new rules to help protect the wellbeing of people taking part in TV and radio programmes.United KingdomMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentCharles Russell Speechlys
ArticleThink Of The Children – ASA Showcases New Approach To Online Protection Of MinorsLate last week, the Advertising Standards Authority published the results of an investigation into online advertising on platforms frequented by children, seeking to ascertain whether advertisers...United KingdomMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentCharles Russell Speechlys LLP
ArticleA New Look For Commercial Rents?Last week brought yet further bad news for landlords of commercial property: United KingdomReal Estate and ConstructionCharles Russell Speechlys LLP
ArticleThe End Of The Property Boundaries (Resolution Of Disputes) BillMuch has been written and said about the Prime Minister's decision to prorogue Parliament, and understandably the focus has been the impact this may have on Brexit.United KingdomReal Estate and ConstructionCharles Russell Speechlys