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The UK government's first 100 days – what measures affecting business have been progressed as anticipated?

We look at some of the significant first legislative steps the new government has taken, while business awaits its first
Regulatory and compliance

Commission proposes one-year delay to the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation

Following numerous calls for postponement, a 12-month delay to implementation has been proposed
Workforce Solutions

Employment Rights Bill sets out major change for UK staffing companies and platforms and contingent workforces

The government will consult widely over the proposals with reforms of unfair dismissal due no sooner than autumn 2026
Employment and pensions

UK government announces new Employment Rights Bill: what does this mean for employers?

Proposals around unfair dismissal and probationary periods not planned to come into force until autumn 2026
Regulatory and compliance

UK government launches the Regulatory Innovation Office

RIO will support innovative businesses in fast-growth sectors by speeding up regulatory approval and cutting 'red tape'
Energy and Utilities

The future of electricity supply and contracting in Spain. Keys to understanding the draft royal decree on the new General Regulation on electricity supply and contracting

We examine the main novelties that will be introduced by the reform of electricity supply and contracting and the consequences
Energy and Utilities

Regulation (EU) 2024/1789 and its impact on the renewable, natural gas and hydrogen markets

The European Union updates the common regulatory framework for renewable gases. The text aims to respond to the most important
Energy and Utilities

The CNMC makes progress in the regulation of electricity storage

The regulator is proposing a regulation establishing operating patterns for storage facilities
Energy and Utilities

'Who's Who' in British Energy

As the new National Energy System Operator begins operating in Britain, we explore the roles and responsibilities of the key
The UK Budget

UK Autumn Budget 2024: what tax measures can the UK expect?

Tax rises on 'working people' have been ruled out, but increases and changes can be expected in other areas
Financial Services

New bill and case law clarify path forward for digital assets in the UK

Recognition of digital assets as personal property comes crucially as investors' court claims test the edges of the law