https://www.pinsentmasons.com/shared-content/rss-feed/outlawLatest news, insight and analysis from Pinsent Masonsen-GBPinsent Masons60{B32AE7D8-1904-4E5F-A21F-2D80635E237E}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/How-the-Middle-East-conflict-is-fueling-problems-for-aviation?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe aviation industry is bracing for a challenging period, as constraints on the supply of crude oil and oil products bring growing commercial pressures.Wed, 13 May 2026 13:30:54 Z{1C342A2A-EFA6-4344-8327-59F44E660EE1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Crypto-firms-must-prepare-UK-regulation-change-FCA-consults?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawGuidance proposed by the UK’s financial watchdog will mean crypto businesses must ensure they are aware of their regulatory requirements ahead of changes to the law which will bring into regulation certain cryptoasset activities, according to experts. Wed, 13 May 2026 13:12:21 Z{1391C92E-F1A4-4FDC-806B-88560B6B9C56}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/UPC-arbitration-what-businesses-need-know-PMAC?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawBusinesses seeking to resolve patent disputes in Europe have a new route to do so, as the Unified Patent Court (UPC) Patent Mediation and Arbitration Centre (PMAC) is now operational.Wed, 13 May 2026 11:25:17 Z{1386E5ED-8FA9-40BB-8A6B-07CE100045F6}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Singapore-AI-construction-boom-faces-data-governance-challenges?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawSingapore is well positioned for AI adoption, but data, governance and skills gaps are preventing it from realising its full potential. Wed, 13 May 2026 10:43:45 Z{35CF5460-3833-4268-B664-EAC8DE52689E}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/DFSA-opens-consultation-on-Islamic-finance-rules-changes?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawProposed amendments to Islamic finance regulations in Dubai will provide welcome clarification for firms over when endorsement is required as Islamic finance activity in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) continues to grow, according to experts.Wed, 13 May 2026 10:17:29 Z{19FA392A-10FE-411C-BF11-9F640ED9CC7C}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Middle-East-conflict-exposes-recurring-insurance?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawMany businesses operate on the assumption that they are adequately insured, but recent geopolitical developments highlight that being insured does not always mean being protected. Tue, 12 May 2026 15:27:59 Z{233AD595-2532-408A-BAA8-E7C0E9A1CB83}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/WA-court-ruling-confirms-restrictions-around-revealing-adjudication-evidence?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA decision by Western Australia’s Supreme Court has delivered a pointed reminder of the evidentiary firewall around adjudication processes – and underlines how existing legislation goes beyond the procedural.Tue, 12 May 2026 15:13:05 Z{D5E7F688-2E7C-4776-ACE2-45D83D96B0C0}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/IR35-UK-employment-tax-test--PGMOL-referee-decision?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA UK tax tribunal decision that part-time referees were self-employed for tax purposes is likely to be welcomed by businesses, but the detailed judgment “provides no further clarity” on the employment tax status test, particularly in more complex cases, an employment tax expert has said.Tue, 12 May 2026 14:47:18 Z{DA8F360E-8A22-425C-B0CD-C8E7F03CC6C7}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/PODCAST-Energy-cybersecurity?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawWe explore why governments and regulators are making greater cybersecurity demands than ever of energy companies. Tue, 12 May 2026 14:35:50 Z{05CC4C50-8FBB-4A21-85D1-59C7DA79B405}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/French-Supreme-Court-rejects-religious-law-governing-law?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe French Supreme Court has confirmed that religious rules cannot be chosen as the governing law of a contract under the Rome I Regulation, in a significant – and potentially far reaching – development in French private law.Tue, 12 May 2026 13:42:26 Z{061C9722-27ED-4556-970F-CF670B853124}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/No-poaching-football-player-pact-breach-EU-competition-law?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawAn agreement by Portuguese football clubs not to recruit each other’s players during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic has been found to potentially breach EU competition law by Europe’s top court.Tue, 12 May 2026 13:38:30 Z{0EC7A043-FC0B-468A-8CBF-76842D201F43}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/FCA-operational-resilience-necessitate-action?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has provided clear guidance to UK financial services firms on what it expects them to do to meet their obligations around operational resilience one year on from the end of a regulatory deadline for action in March last year.Tue, 12 May 2026 11:31:46 Z{44E54AC0-CE59-435F-9A77-9B6B3E63CDDD}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/australia-expands-workplace-delegates-rights-fwc-decision?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawEmployers should familiarise themselves with new delegates’ rights terms included in modern awards that are applicable to their workforces. Tue, 12 May 2026 10:37:24 Z{C90F4778-5152-43A5-A46F-9BD61DE8F9AE}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/south-african-court-limits-competition-watchdog-divestiture-powers?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA recent judgment by South Africa’s Competition Appeal Court (CAC) may embolden companies to challenge remedial ‘recommendations’ in market inquiries that operate as de facto orders, an expert has said.Tue, 12 May 2026 09:39:02 Z{17D84A56-15E0-46E0-BFBC-E2984C5A383C}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/OfS-highlights-sexual-misconduct-UK-campuses?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawNew research showing more than 14% of UK students have suffered sexual assault on campus highlights the need for institutions to ensure their prevention and support policies are up to date, according to an expert.Tue, 12 May 2026 08:02:57 Z{F9B4C14E-D722-40A4-8C51-06709FD74028}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/AI-help-surface-IP-use-accessing-finance?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawBusinesses can use AI tools to identify intellectual property (IP) often hidden within their operations that they might then leverage to access capital, an IP expert has said.Mon, 11 May 2026 13:38:05 Z{BA63F788-5F55-43AF-B003-3B523434D48D}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Prescribed-company-status-broadened-DIFC?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe criteria that businesses must meet to obtain ‘prescribed company' status in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) – and benefit from the reduced compliance and cost burdens that status confers – are to be relaxed, under new plans that have been put forward.Mon, 11 May 2026 10:38:30 Z{4E3B22E0-C702-410F-9959-E2109BD314E6}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/VAT-rule-change-confirmed-education-grants-UK-Court-Appeal-ruling?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawAcademic bodies may need to reconsider their VAT reliefs after new guidance from HMRC in the wake of a Court of Appeal ruling, experts have said.Mon, 11 May 2026 10:17:42 Z{E0DD37F6-F4AA-497D-8D53-7C76B7FA0742}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Australia-fuel-costs-orders-require-action-businesses?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawBusinesses in a road transport contractual chain in Australia, including retailers, logistics companies, construction contractors, transport providers, and waste management companies, must act now to assess their obligations under the Fair Work Commission's (FWC) fuel cost order – and, if they wish to be heard at the upcoming 25 May review, notify the FWC before the 21 May deadline. Mon, 11 May 2026 09:48:42 Z{35E8B8FB-09A9-45CF-B2FA-6B187255B89B}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Understanding-enforcement-foreign-judgments-UAE?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe enforcement of foreign judgments in the UAE has evolved significantly over the past decade, driven by a mixture of legislative reform, judicial cooperation and the growing prominence of the DIFC and ADGM Courts as international enforcement hubs. Mon, 11 May 2026 08:13:51 Z{5EB112BD-1526-47E3-A567-2F4C80B3E1C1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Construction-Industry-Scheme-guidance-clarification?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawUpdated guidance from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) on how the UK’s Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) applies to lending arrangements needs “urgent” clarification, a real estate tax expert has said.Mon, 11 May 2026 07:44:52 Z{7CA0EC74-0113-4757-BC55-E9EC39EE14F5}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/HMRC-data-shows-surge-in-VAT-investigations?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawOne in three large companies had a VAT investigation launched against them last year, highlighting HMRC’s focus on closing the tax gap, an expert has said. Fri, 08 May 2026 14:07:22 Z{52399932-2296-435C-8C24-BE4699296852}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Excipients-ineligible-EU-supplementary-protection-certificates?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawSupplementary protection certificates (SPCs) should not be granted for substances expressly designated as excipients within applications for marketing authorisation for medicines, according to new opinion issued by an adviser to the EU’s top judges.Fri, 08 May 2026 13:50:59 Z{80E44FDD-1BAF-4033-977F-51657DF08DCE}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Financially-pressured-education-institutions-restructuring-options?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawEducational institutions across the UK face increasing financial pressure, resulting from a combination of factors such as rising operational costs, higher borrowing costs, changing student demographics, reduced revenue and falling enrolment.Fri, 08 May 2026 12:36:58 Z{226C0E29-B70B-4410-9A42-07DF7F424B43}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/AI-to-be-embedded-into-DIFC-law?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawOpportunities for businesses to use AI to innovate should stem from plans to embed AI into legislative and regulatory frameworks in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), experts have said.Fri, 08 May 2026 10:50:46 Z{6A8F0948-518B-4AA0-B3AB-20461E7ED506}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Guides/Enforcing-foreign-arbitral-awards-in-Saudi-Arabia?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has taken significant steps in recent years to position itself as a more arbitration friendly jurisdiction, particularly through its agreement to the New York Convention and the modernisation of its enforcement regime.Fri, 08 May 2026 10:10:47 Z{9B44CD93-8436-4ABB-A2D5-A9235C329BFB}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Rules-high-risk-AI-delayed-under-EU-omnibus-deal?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawEU rules regarding AI systems categorised as ‘high-risk’ will take effect from late 2027, not this summer as is scheduled, if a new deal struck by legislators is adopted in the coming weeks.Thu, 07 May 2026 14:43:48 Z{0D7FE172-C178-4509-A8EF-7EE80D376F34}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/New-Victoria-criminal-reporting-ramp-up-pressure-contractors?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawNew rules due to come into full effect next month will put increased pressure on construction companies in reporting criminal and unlawful activity in Victoria, Australia, experts have warned.Thu, 07 May 2026 14:06:53 Z{6D2FB266-9D02-4EED-B75C-F28A5A556461}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/FCA-claims-management-sector-significant-intervention?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has opened a formal review of the claims management market in a step that could lead to legislative reforms.Thu, 07 May 2026 13:42:22 Z{CBDFA53B-CD0F-4C23-85BF-E46B6E01A3F7}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Stability-security-low-carbon-investment-survey?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawGermany and France are two key low carbon project investment destinations for venture capital (VC) funds looking where to put their money over the next year, a major new study has found.Thu, 07 May 2026 13:36:13 Z{0C8E6C74-AC39-4B1C-B28D-B95C4056FAA1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CCS-leads-global-green-energy-investment-survey?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawCarbon capture and storage solutions remain the leading target for venture capital (VC) investors with over 90% of investors backing the technology, a landmark new survey has revealed.Thu, 07 May 2026 13:23:39 Z{E7BF75D2-7C71-4624-AA48-F33CC313F9AE}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/EU-ruling-bolster-competition-medicines-markets?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawPharmaceutical companies developing products to rival original biological medicines will welcome a new judgment that could shorten the time it takes them to obtain approval to sell certain products in the EU, experts have said.Thu, 07 May 2026 12:42:23 Z{41AB15B0-809B-480A-876B-34F10F1CE6C1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Banks-insurers-face-renumeration-shake-up-new-CBUAE-regulations?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawNew remuneration regulations for financial institutions in the UAE represent a “significant escalation” in governance expectations in the country, experts have highlighted.Thu, 07 May 2026 11:55:32 Z{28C1084B-4D90-4A2C-AC95-E7402980BA44}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/New-law-reform-project-consumer-class-actions-UK?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA new project will explore extending the opt-out regime in England and Wales beyond competition law, but experts warn that any more general consumer class actions regime must take a proportionate approach to risk.Thu, 07 May 2026 11:33:28 Z{BE51AAD0-3DB5-44DA-B5A7-E2830242E8E4}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-employers-third-party-harassment-duties-October-2026?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawKieron O’Reilly tells HRNews how UK employers are preparing for new third party harassment duties under the Employment Rights Act 2025.Thu, 07 May 2026 10:16:04 Z{EB0077A2-81A2-4601-814F-D596545E8A4A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-finance-strengthen-manager-accountability-FCA-misconduct?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawTrish Embley tells HRNews how FS firms are tightening manager response to misconduct ahead of the FCA’s 1 September 2026 deadline.Thu, 07 May 2026 10:13:26 Z{1FED6556-9EC0-4991-8A3A-EB4AFCAC9A6F}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Stars-move-swiftly-protect-image-Taylor-lodges-AI-trademarks?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA move by global pop icon Taylor Swift to trademark her voice marks the latest step in celebrity fears over AI manipulation, according to an intellectual property expert.Wed, 06 May 2026 14:57:29 Z{FDEFB1FE-85C4-41E5-9115-3D530A462B84}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/AI-set-to-drive-construction-in-Hong-Kong-SAR?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawAI adoption in Hong Kong’s construction industry is steadily growing, and its success will hinge on how stakeholders embrace to its use, and harvest, use and share data to increase the accuracy and reliability of their outputs.Wed, 06 May 2026 14:36:35 Z{3E05DD6E-DE0F-4844-9827-2E78CC6828BD}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Netherlands-moves-closer-to-delayed-NIS2-implementation?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawLegislative approaches for implementing the much-delayed NIS2 provisions in the Netherlands will not require a separate cybersecurity authority, according to experts.Wed, 06 May 2026 13:28:19 Z{0944A973-6EFE-4673-95D1-20BBE0524C91}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Upper-Tribunal-rules-taxpayer-favour-oil-gas-succession-dispute?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA recent decision by the Upper Tribunal (UT) has clarified the interaction between the ring-fencing regime and the trade succession rules in the context of the tax treatment of a ‘hive down’ of a UK oil pipeline. Wed, 06 May 2026 13:09:50 Z{D2C9C85A-53E1-4A2A-A5C8-98DB6FD79848}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/OfS-criticised-High-Court-closed-mind-freedom-speech-fine?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawHigh Court criticism of the higher education regulator for England after overturning a record freedom of speech fine poses significant questions about how future investigations will be conducted, according to experts. Wed, 06 May 2026 10:43:25 Z{BF273FC6-864E-4F08-AC43-36973B85F706}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Energy-storage-AI-attract-investors-energy-transition?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawSystems that store energy once it has been generated so that it can be used when it is needed, and technology that helps manage demand for power, are attracting international investors in the energy transition, a major global study has found.Wed, 06 May 2026 09:49:19 Z{6BE1B8CF-CC53-4C30-B2FD-93A7D22CD0DB}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/nsw-ruling-lawyers-freezing-orders-undertakings?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA recent decision in the NSW Supreme Court highlights that lawyers and other legal professionals may face financial consequences if they fail to clearly understand the original intention of undertakings and freezing orders, according to an expert at Pinsent Masons.Wed, 06 May 2026 09:20:36 Z{A20AB6D8-C325-4D5C-8DCB-75C4491226E1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/EU-UK-competition-rules-updated-tech-licensing?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawNew competition rules governing technology licensing agreements have now taken effect in both the EU and UK.Tue, 05 May 2026 15:59:15 Z{52599579-B186-4401-AD94-B7F5C8D70D8E}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/AI-workforce-management-South-Africa?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawAI is increasingly used in South African workplaces to monitor productivity, generate performance scores and trigger warnings. In high-volume environments, these tools can offer real operational value by improving consistency, reducing inappropriate subjectivity and enabling more data-driven assessments of employee contribution, thus enhancing fairness.Tue, 05 May 2026 15:31:20 Z{33493EA0-9FCD-4DA6-9EB8-E56B5A350EF7}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Irish-firms-step-up-efforts-against-corrosive-financial-crime-risks?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA leading figure in Irish banking regulation has urged companies in the country to step up their response to fighting “corrosive” financial crime – or risk damage to trust in the financial sector.Tue, 05 May 2026 15:29:41 Z{775CC424-6027-4A69-9FDC-27303B56E405}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Victoria-unveils-further-toughened-building-regulation-reforms?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe building and construction industry in Victoria faces heightened regulatory scrutiny following the government’s introduction of substantial updates to the legislative framework for the administration, regulation and enforcement of building and plumbing work in the state.Tue, 05 May 2026 15:11:52 Z{7ED74BF4-FE3F-4FC4-87FD-E80EF93ECA19}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Irish-wind-turbine-noise-concerns-planning-permission?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawWind farm operators across Ireland must review how their turbines perform in practice, not just whether performance, specifically noise level, is technically within planning limits, experts have urged. Tue, 05 May 2026 14:39:23 Z{A4AA71A5-30F3-40EF-AEF9-203643EB3045}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Guides/Corporate-criminal-attribution-UK-senior-managers?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe Crime and Policing Act 2026 will make it much easier for law enforcement to hold UK corporates criminally liable for offences committed by their senior management. Tue, 05 May 2026 14:37:31 Z{25D89A33-5A5E-484D-AF73-EB83DD747B61}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Silence-safe-harbour-limits-creditor-protection-Australia?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA ruling by the New South Wales Supreme Court has provided commercially grounded clarity on when creditor reassurance during a distressed restructuring may cross into misleading conduct. Tue, 05 May 2026 14:19:17 Z{A7B96F82-5F9A-4C8B-9077-0B00F98E5794}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/FCA-review-credit-advertising-APRs?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is examining whether the use of annual percentage rates (APR) may hinder customers from making informed decisions about consumer credit products, as part of a broader review of consumer credit advertising rules.Tue, 05 May 2026 13:55:59 Z{37FE5869-F666-4854-BF65-5B0D45C0C3B7}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Low-carbon-investment-diversify?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawRenewable energy generation projects around the world are expected to attract increased investment over the next 12 months, as investors and developers adjust their focus on low-carbon technologies, a major global study has found.Fri, 01 May 2026 16:40:50 Z{491E7428-3FD6-4F40-AF21-34B0DEC21E12}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Low-carbon-hydrogen-investment-rebound?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawLow carbon hydrogen technologies are the frontrunner for global investors and developers looking at low carbon energy projects to back in the next 12 months, a major new survey has found.Fri, 01 May 2026 15:57:54 Z{BDEF18AC-AC60-43A3-903B-F24B72C12796}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Dutch-prospectus-requirements-updated?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawNew Dutch prospectus requirements will align the country’s capital markets with the EU prospectus regime and encourage investment, experts have said.Fri, 01 May 2026 10:05:51 Z{51C085BB-C07B-4030-A09E-292CCC75E7DD}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Facial-recognition-police-privacy-challenge-rejected?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA rejected bid to block police use of facial recognition technology in the UK is likely to lead to an increase in its deployment, according to experts.Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:40:23 Z{897C47FA-6C8F-41AA-96A4-791712D6C86A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Effective-enforcement-DIFC-courts?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThrough early and effective enforcement planning and leveraging the DIFC courts’ cross‑jurisdictional capabilities, judgment creditors can significantly improve their prospects for recovery. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:25:31 Z{745E7983-7F7F-4539-A9EC-B788280DF5CA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Qatar-targeted-business-support?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA series of targeted relief measures are being rolled out in Qatar to support businesses amid the ongoing Middle East conflict. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:21:46 Z{DEB100F0-58F4-4CD1-A2B2-5B4E4D1AD923}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Spotlight-on-workforce-planning-as-UK-and-Ireland-immigration-rules-evolve?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawShara Pledger tells HRNews why employers across the UK and ROI should plan ahead since meeting immigration rules at point of hire is no longer enough.Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:17:09 Z{3A89F08E-38FA-4ECF-8B66-C6FE8DF8D677}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Questions-landlords-ban-on-upwards-only-rent-reviews?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawUPDATED: The ban on upwards only rent reviews in leases of commercial property in England and Wales received Royal Assent on 29 April 2026, although it is not yet in force.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:25:48 Z{6E655AA5-94D4-4DD7-BE05-50656D4FA9FA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CBUAE-prohibition-instant-messenger-platforms?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawFinancial institutions in the UAE face a race to meet new restrictions after being warned to stop using instant messaging platforms for delivering financial services to customers, experts have warned.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:56:58 Z{C596ED9E-8A05-4E52-B185-5F9F05A05B76}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Guides/UK-employee-share-plans-the-online-annual-filing-regime?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawCompanies must submit their year-end returns in relation to their UK employee share plans and share awards/acquisitions through the HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) online administration service.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:03:41 Z{B626EA71-BE6C-415B-85CC-B28312200BC8}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/New-cyber-obligations-proposed-British-energy-businesses?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawAll energy companies licensed to operate in Britain will be subject to “baseline” cybersecurity requirements – with higher standards imposed on the most ‘critical’ operators – under proposals set out by the UK government and energy regulator Ofgem.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:19:37 Z{E40588E7-30C3-45DA-A070-6BE6BDFB94EA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Podcast-How-conflict-boosts-sovereign-cloud?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawHow conflict means governments want to keep their data out of other governments’ hands; plus: the UK’s tax evasion bounty-sharing plans.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:51:42 Z{6A115175-380A-4D2B-8035-85D0D0F9AFFA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CBUAE-strengthens-AML-expectations-for-financial-firms?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawNew guidance published by the UAE’s Central Bank (CBUAE) marks a shift to a more dynamic, risk led and outcomes focused supervisory framework, experts have said.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:44:22 Z{3E4F5054-67BE-403B-B82C-DCCFA1BAF32A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/south-africa-procurement-reform-infrastructure?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawDraft public procurement regulations propose reforms to boost local industrialisation, transformation and innovation in South Africa, but stakeholders can still shape the outcomes for the country’s infrastructure sector.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:18:01 Z{3AF82B23-021D-4037-B849-44A3D9454ACD}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/football-clubs-hmrc-regulator-information-sharing?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawPowers granted to England’s new Independent Football Regulator (IFR) to share information with relevant authorities, including HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) signal potentially wide data flows and may reduce taxpayer safeguards in the football industry, experts have said.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:08:35 Z{16C070CB-E79F-414E-A9F4-EB4DE13BA7B8}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Why-sports-teams-face-AI-regulatory-risks-during-recruitment?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawUK and European sports organisations must be careful or risk falling foul of data protection rules as they adopt AI to help with player recruitment, experts have warned.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:40:46 Z{DB1EC030-6092-47AC-9A64-D860C42FBAF9}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Biodiversity-net-gain-requirements-extended-Nov-2026?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawDevelopers of major infrastructure projects in England – such as roads, railways, and energy networks – will be required to meet new requirements around biodiversity net gain (BNG) from later this year, the UK government has confirmed.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:57:15 Z{7BF04893-F83A-478E-A76E-044A53F77A35}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/carbon-credit-scheme-reforms-mean-Australian-businesses?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawCarbon crediting is a system that financially rewards businesses for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Under the Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme, businesses can earn ACCUs by running projects that reduce or remove emissions and then sell those credits to other companies or the Federal Government to generate additional revenue.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:31:29 Z{85B74A42-4DD9-4F13-A69C-2B0A90C5C4E7}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/dubai-vara-derivatives-regime-virtual-asset-issuance-rules?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawSweeping new rules by Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) in its updated exchange services rulebook, governing the trading of derivatives linked to virtual assets, marks a significant evolution of Dubai’s virtual asset regulatory regime following the successful rollout of a virtual asset derivatives pilot programme, according to experts.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:58:12 Z{1511DBD3-8E1C-470E-BF90-667A229B0238}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/SFO-AI-international-cooperation-priorities-2026-27?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawAn increased focus on using cutting-edge technology and building international partnerships will form the bedrock for the next year of the UK’s Serious Fraud Office’s operations, the organisation has announced.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:01:07 Z{3F0A500E-2FAC-49BF-BC0B-50636D210AA2}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/geothermal-projects-england-planning-system-risks?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe planning regime in England could be better configured to enable developers to harness hot water deep underground to generate electricity. However, the challenges developers face under the current system need not be a blocker to obtaining consent for geothermal projects.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:42:49 Z{599FA0A8-C326-40A3-9903-0144801E70A4}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UAE-Central-Bank-pursues-single-rulebook-financial-services?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawFirms operating in the UAE’s financial services market should welcome plans for the development of a single rulebook governing a range of regulated financial services, experts have said.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:31:17 Z{09830A00-5009-4D1E-80E3-ABD586CF0230}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Legal-advice-privilege-intra-client-communications-High-Court?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawCommunications between members of a ‘client team’ can be covered by legal advice privilege even if they do not involve lawyers or evidence the substance of legal advice, a UK court ruling has confirmed.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:19:24 Z{5DF72317-769B-43F2-8675-F4B95FB523D3}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-financial-firms-new-climate-risk-rules-loom?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawUK-based banks and insurers have just over a month to ensure they are ready for stringent new rules governing how they manage their climate risk policies, an expert has warned.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:38:41 Z{11BA1F04-334C-460E-822A-7D9B5F215EA9}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Major-parts-Renters-Rights-Act-set-take-effect?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawSignificant sections of landmark legislation primarily relevant to residential property in England will take effect on 1 May 2026.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:11:23 Z{B0A2D995-F160-4C60-BA9E-299E1ADBF41F}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Australia-online-privacy-code-children-means-service-providers?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe opening of a consultation on a new children’s online privacy code in Australia marks a significant step in the ongoing reform of the country’s online safety and children’s privacy framework. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:27:09 Z{BE10D1ED-6667-4B6D-BC38-0EA491F2200C}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/world-ip-day-intellectual-property-global-sport?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawMajor sporting events offer an unparalleled platform for companies to connect with audiences on a global scale – but the scale, speed and visibility of sport also amplify IP risk. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:29:20 Z{7CA8302E-4EE9-42D7-8D46-5035C049C1B6}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/University-free-speech-complaints-system-come-into-force-26?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA new freedom of speech complaints system could result in England's universities receiving significant fines if they fail to protect freedom of speech, an expert has said. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:33:33 Z{7906C538-FC02-408E-A3E7-3D1A4196D45F}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/FAQredundancy-when-should-UK-employers-start-collective-consultation?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawLaura Kennedy tells HRNews about when employers should start collective consultation in a redundancy exercise with the stakes higher following increases to the protective award.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:14:34 Z{549AEC7A-B4F4-4D25-A606-39EB8D56C153}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-firms-strengthen-oversight-as-Middle-East-relocations-expose-tax-compliance-risk?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawChris Thomas tells HRNews how Middle East relocations can expose tax compliance risks where employers lack visibility.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:53:58 Z{2E98F4B0-378E-42CB-B278-749493B6FBC4}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-finance-firms-strengthen-training-ahead-of-FCAs-misconduct-reforms?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawTrish Embley tells HRNews how FS firms are strengthening training for real-world misconduct decisions ahead of 1 September 2026.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:42:52 Z{0BD31296-E183-4C7F-B1FC-92ED656784E2}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Dubai-lays-foundations-increased-government-outsourcing?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawNew rules increasing the scope of outsourcing by Dubai’s government should open the doors to service providers looking to manage government services in the emirate, according to experts. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:38:55 Z{C2C9F6AC-5F65-4539-B2A6-44D98E913F05}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Home-Office-Martyns-Law-venue-guidance?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe Home Office has issued its much-anticipated statutory guidance for public venues and events spaces following recent legislation to reduce the risk to the public from terrorist attacks. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:17:51 Z{D00FE80A-ACF0-4C8F-B8B3-C26F0C519377}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/AI-compliance-overseen-10-Dutch-regulators?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawResponsibility for overseeing Dutch companies’ compliance with the EU AI Act will be handed to 10 different regulators, under new plans published this week.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:12:18 Z{C9F07EBB-85D8-4B2A-9ACD-9080FC819D71}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/South-African-privacy-law-global-regulation-employers-AI-gov?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawEmployers in South Africa can refer to global regulations and standards as well as domestic legislation and policy to ensure their use of AI within the workplace is governed responsibly and in accordance with international best practice.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:33:28 Z{582177C9-5ECE-4C20-AB3A-1345CB1573B1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Dubai-unifies-real-estate-residency-services-under-single-system?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA new system bringing Dubai’s real estate and residency services under a single digital platform is expected to streamline processes and improve outcomes for investors and property owners. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:22:53 Z{9324B493-698D-4AD0-9E21-2396600198D9}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/manufacturers-generics-biosimilars-EU-pharma-law-changes?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawManufacturers of generic and biosimilar medicines should rethink their real world launch, lifecycle and litigation strategies to account for changes to EU pharmaceuticals law expected to be adopted in the coming months.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:10:57 Z{3C15E01C-EBFF-43D4-A3A0-451AB0D573BD}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/uae-sovereign-financial-cloud-prompts-data-strategy-rethink?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe introduction of a regulator-supervised digital framework for the financial sector signals a shift towards embedding existing supervisory access and governance expectations directly into the digital infrastructure used by financial firms operating in the UAE, experts have said.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:38:02 Z{D4986F1A-4978-403E-97A1-CE167290083A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Data-protection-warning-stadiums-biometric-features?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawSporting bodies in the UK and Europe will need to take extra care if they look to follow US examples of using biometric data for letting fans into stadiums, an expert has warned.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:06:41 Z{C337F5C1-45A9-480F-8274-E9251D956558}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/contract-difference-tax-uplift-renewable-electricity?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawNew plans to limit how international gas prices impact on the cost of renewable energy in Britain will not sever the link between gas and electricity pricing and should be carefully considered by renewable energy generators, according to experts.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:31:37 Z{F8AE1113-21BB-40F4-B841-DEB5CD84BD8F}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/France-new-confidentiality-framework-in-house-counsel?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawFrance’s new confidentiality law introduces privilege for in-house counsel for the first time and may have significant implications for arbitration, amongst other practice areas.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:07:53 Z{B23AFE3C-0D0D-4399-9C67-0BA9BAD7463A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/pension-ombudsman-trustee-liability-high-risk-investments?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA recent decision by the UK Pension Ombudsman (PO) highlights the need for clear and obvious delineation between administrator and trustee roles when advising on high-risk investments.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:36:21 Z{1E33FAB3-6E9F-4E9B-BAA2-FAF91D1D4ED2}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Guides/EU-Pay-Transparency-Directive-EU-member-states?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe EU Pay Transparency Directive entered into force in May 2023 and the deadline of 7 June 2026 for member states to implement local legislation in line with its requirements is now fast approaching.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:02:49 Z{F10EAA98-C8AD-4295-8473-A6ED052E9D35}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Land-rights-challenges-under-South-Africa-ITIPP-framework?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawSouth Africa’s independent transmission programme marks a major step forward for the country’s transmission network, but land rights continue to pose an often underestimated challenge for developers and funders. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:31:37 Z{E5A3A661-65CE-47D6-AFBE-F6C926D3FDD5}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CMA-issues-multi-million-drip-pricing-fine-enforcement-first?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe UK’s competition and consumer law watchdog has imposed a multi-million pound fine on a UK motoring group for breaching consumer protection law under new enforcement powers.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:25:31 Z{D61B0A10-3388-4DA9-B8EA-6858FA2431A7}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Court-Appeal-limits-reach-UPC-long-arm-jurisdiction?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawAn appeal judgement by the Unified Patent Court has provided a clear limit to the court’s long-arm jurisdiction in patent disputes, according to an expert. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:06:04 Z{8570B528-90A9-4FAB-9993-0EC9EAB1799E}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Regulator-review-DIFC-fintech-compliance-arrangements?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA new report has revealed that more than half of the regulated fintech firms based in Dubai’s International Financial Centre (DIFC) have three or fewer compliance staff which could indicate a notable gap between corporate confidence and regulatory necessity, according to experts.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:27:47 Z{1D0CDA7D-F85E-45EE-B59C-AFD1E13581C8}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Data-breaches-GDPR-compliance-scrutiny?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawBusinesses that have personal data stolen from them by hackers can expect other aspects of their compliance with data protection laws – beyond just their obligations around data security – to fall subject to intense scrutiny, an expert in data and cyber law has said.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:21:25 Z{B9737389-EE9A-4F10-B4DC-39C8BBB468C2}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Paris-court-arbitrators-governing-law-agreements?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawArbitrators can determine what law governs disputes in circumstances where the parties to arbitration agreements have not made it clear what the applicable law is and did not subsequently agree on it during the arbitration, according to a recent ruling in France.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:11:48 Z{6BB549E9-5462-4B53-A271-C22AEE2AF57D}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Sweden-not-implement-EU-Pay-Transparency-Directive?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe EU Pay Transparency Directive will not be implemented in its current form in Sweden, the Swedish government has said.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:16:42 Z{D0D4AE74-DF3F-451C-8668-856E7D068440}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Disappointing-UK-tax-ruling-hit-projects-across-sectors?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe costs developers commonly incur in carrying out surveys and studies needed to move forward with major projects do not qualify for tax relief in the form of capital allowances under UK tax law, the UK Supreme Court has ruled.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:43:04 Z{07875850-87D7-4066-84A1-CF16667D459F}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Guides/Corporate-governance-for-UK-group-companies-and-subsidiaries?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawSubsidiaries within a corporate group have distinct governance needs from their parent companies. They are separate legal entities with their own customers, employees, suppliers and other stakeholders and, as such, owe legal obligations to each of those constituencies as well as to their shareholder.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:20:32 Z{CA9B47D9-713B-46BC-A9B1-D95D09EC7AFC}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Retailers-respond-rise-agentic-AI-commerce?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe fact that consumers can now use agentic AI to make online purchases on their behalf directly from within the AI chat interface should spur retailers to reconsider how they sell goods online.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:32:39 Z{9270FDC9-6366-4787-8CF5-3112F36F7A09}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Telemarketing-rules-set-for-UAE-financial-institutions?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawNew rules governing telemarketing by financial institutions have been introduced in the UAE, covering the use of new technologies such as robocalling and AI.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:20:54 Z{CE186B83-609B-4E21-8102-E45E9B52D6A8}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/cjeu-pastiche-ruling-kraftwerk-sampling-case?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA new ruling by the Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU) on one of the longest running court cases in music brings much needed clarity over the rules around copyright, according to an expert.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:45:07 Z{297F2E92-7F61-4752-8437-D0B8D9EB34DA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-employers-right-to-work-duties-Home-Office-code?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe Home Office is consulting on an update to its code of practice for UK employers on avoiding unlawful discrimination when carrying out right to work checks. These changes indicate future expansion in who must be checked and how.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:42:15 Z{36791201-DE12-4796-8136-B6E3AD3BBAB2}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Employers-tax-risk-Middle-East-staff-return-to-UK?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawChris Thomas tells HRNews how UK tax and PAYE liability can arise when Middle East based employees work in the UK, even if they are not UK resident.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:05:20 Z{FF5BA0D8-C513-49E9-AAD2-6BF70E467FE0}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-employers-umbrella-supply-chains-PAYE-risk?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawPenny Simmons tells HRNews why HR teams should review how umbrella companies are used and where PAYE risk sits as a result of tax changes on 6 April 2026.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:03:15 Z{1CC0783B-C464-421F-B21E-E956B3FF0E65}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-finance-firms-prepare-for-FCA-misconduct-reforms-ahead-of-September-2026?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawAnne Sammon tells HRNews how FS firms are applying the FCA’s misconduct framework in practice, with a focus on risk, oversight and training.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:57:09 Z{3244A8A0-7AE0-4519-BD49-9687F3E89929}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/TUPE-reform-UK-government-launches-call-evidence?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Outlaw The UK government could be looking to implement significant reform to TUPE regulations after launching a call for evidence in the field, according to experts.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:53:52 Z{04DA9979-4AEA-4A1B-9419-5D4F9CDAA10B}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/UK-alternative-broadband-providers-under-pressure?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe UK's alternative broadband industry has grown rapidly in recent years - but behind the impressive expansion lies a sector facing serious financial and structural challenges, and with around 75 broadband providers now operating across the country, the cracks are beginning to show.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:43:15 Z{240A3874-8796-4E43-B08D-763340D825A6}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CBK-banks-operational-headroom-absorb-potential-shocks?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawNew measures introduced by Kuwait’s Central Bank (CBK) signal the bank’s concerted efforts to respond proactively to the challenging geopolitical environment, experts have said. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:08:28 Z{B1821318-495C-4A2D-893B-39C5A5E515CA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Prepare-trade-union-rights-workplace-access?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawEmployers operating in Britain should not underestimate the cultural and operational shift that complying with new laws providing trade unions with rights of access to workplaces will entail when they take effect, expected in October, experts have said.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:03:17 Z{E6F4059D-0A05-4518-9FC8-9ADD89EAEA4D}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/High-speed-rail-Australia-moves-closer-reality?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawAustralia's longstanding aspiration for a high-speed rail (HSR) network is advancing, with the federal government announcing plans to develop a dedicated HSR line connecting Newcastle and Sydney in New South Wales. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:27:46 Z{3ED567B9-19A6-4D5B-B4E5-F6688D9137B3}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-sovereign-cloud-push-requires-hybrid-balance?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA hybrid approach to global and sovereign cloud models could allow organisations to keep sensitive data in the UK while using global cloud structures, experts have said.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:33:39 Z{8DDF48A5-5E77-4E7F-A0B3-5AA1C4249434}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UAE-bank-growth-opportunities-linked-digital-transformation?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawUAE banks must embrace digital transformation to maximise growth opportunities, experts have said in response to publication of the UAE Central Bank’s annual report for 2025.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:19:53 Z{224719FF-E011-4A34-B9C7-3F3DC1BD74BC}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/DIFC-new-crypto-regulations-take-effect?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawFollowing the announcement of its new rules governing crypto token regulation in the Dubai International Financial Centre, the Dubai Financial Services Authority has issued additional guidance on how they will impact companies operating in the DIFC.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:07:21 Z{132EF3BA-43B3-488B-9301-8EBCC991474B}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CBUAE-guidance-technology-firms-regulation-shift?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawThe UAE’s Central Bank (CBUAE) has issued new guidance for businesses and customers in the wake of changes to its financial regulation approach.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:54:05 Z{F5A0D23D-B62E-4DD4-9B50-831070C0C220}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-vets-face-major-reform-CMA-seeks-cut-consumer-costs?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawWatershed reforms for the UK’s veterinary services market aim to increase transparency and fairness for consumers.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:38:05 Z{5EF09588-BC06-428F-9E0E-804AF394D7AC}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/qatar-central-bank-financial-support-measures?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawQatar’s Central Bank (QCB) has introduced a series of precautionary support measures, aimed at maintaining financial stability, following recent geopolitical developments in the Middle East.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:20:30 Z{01C43711-14CE-4175-9251-093C6C7F3310}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Dubai-rent-fee-relief-hospitality-SMEs?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawRecent financial support packages and relief measures introduced by Dubai’s government will help maintain business continuity and momentum for the hospitality industry and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the country, an expert has said. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:19:12 Z{56EF854D-5C37-4484-B0A3-10E81177E71C}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/ai-rapid-expansion-south-africa-workplaces?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawArtificial intelligence (AI) has moved rapidly from experimentation to everyday use in workplace decision-making. For organisations operating in South Africa, this shift presents both opportunities and new responsibilities.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:40:58 Z{48F88D9C-D379-4400-883C-EFEC925DA149}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/DFSA-UAE-authorities-strengthen-auditing-framework?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawA new agreement between Dubai’s financial services regulator and the UAE’s economy ministry should create a stronger regulatory framework for auditing in the region, according to experts.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:01:36 Z{3589A25A-4F83-413B-BE1F-9A5F6E432180}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Ireland-plans-fast-track-critical-infrastructure?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawImportant infrastructure projects in Ireland are set to be fast-tracked to approval under new plans unveiled by the Irish government.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:59:02 Z{87EAE5DE-8EE5-4810-B259-6A8227D93F15}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Why-Irish-fund-managers-heed-Central-Bank-LMT-guidance?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+OutlawNew guidance launched by the Central Bank of Ireland should help increase uptake on price-based liquid management tools – after a new survey found just a third of funds make use of them.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:43:14 Z