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ArticleMore Than 50 Environmental Regulations To Be Washed AwayThe Government has announced plans to scrap or simplify a range of environmental regulations in an effort to free businesses from red tape whilst also targeting enforcement towards high-risk industries. United KingdomEnvironmentClyde & Co
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ArticleCOVID-19 Healthcare: Healthcare Implications Of The Coronavirus ActThe Coronavirus Act 2020 was given Royal Assent on 25 March 2020. This emergency legislation will be in place for two years and will be reviewed by ministers every six ...United KingdomFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesClyde & Co
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