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Energy and Utilities

Unlock the gridlock: GB electricity industry calls for a fit-for-purpose connections regime

How have recent Ofgem proposals been received and can they deliver what generators want from the connection regime?
Unified Patent Court

UPC publishes list of the acceptable languages before the local and regional divisions

The language of proceedings has caused controversy but the system adopted provides some flexibility for claimants

General purpose AI systems and foundational models: future obligations for commercialisation in Spain

These obligations will require substantial investments in regulatory compliance

Employment and pensions

The Supreme Court reiterates the importance of agreeing in detail on the aspects relating to the probationary period in employment contracts

The Supreme Court considers the termination of a contract for failure to pass the probationary period to be unfair dismissal
Regulatory and compliance

The Public Sector Contracts Law finally welcomes the possibility to revise the price of public sector contracts without exceptions

Such revision will only be applicable to a part of the price of the contract, and shall require that the
Real estate

Law 12/2023, of 24 May, on the right to housing

The new Law on the right to housing, in force since 26 May 2023, creates a specific legal framework, at
Energy and Utilities

The Energy Transition | National Grid sets out case for urgent reform to support the energy transition

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

Real estate

The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 to apply to existing rented residential properties

Landlords should be aware that all residential occupation contracts in Wales, whenever granted, will require written statement
Commercial

Marketinglaw update | May 2023

Welcome to the latest edition of Marketinglaw.
Regulatory Outlook

Regulated procurement | UK Regulatory Outlook May 2023

Update on the Procurement Bill | Guidance on tackling modern slavery updated with revised selection questionnaire | Amending regulations published
Regulatory Outlook

Modern slavery | UK Regulatory Outlook May 2023

Guidance on tackling modern slavery updated with revised selection questionnaire | Update on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive