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What did the UK King's Speech contain for business?

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 12:31:34 +0100

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As anticipated, the new government has announced a broad range of legislative priorities

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New independent regulator for English football announced in the King's Speech

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 11:53:33 +0100

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Football and its fans will be hoping that a governance bill paves the way for a more equitable field for all

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International Funds Legal Update | 15 July 2024

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:09:36 +0100

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UK financial regulator issues more sustainability information and European authorities recommend SFDR adjustments

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Financial Conduct Authority confirms overhaul of UK Listing Rules

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 14:34:00 +0100

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The FCA has published its final reforms to the UK Listing Rules, in what will be the biggest change to the listing regime in over three decades

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ESG Knowledge Update | July 2024

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:45:38 +0100

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Welcome to our Osborne Clarke ESG Knowledge Update, which offers a round-up of legal, regulatory and market news

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International Funds Focus | Second quarter 2024

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 10:20:09 +0100

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Welcome to the summer edition of our quarterly round-up of UK and international developments for asset managers

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OC Ventures Update | July 2024

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 13:44:19 +0100

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Welcome to the latest edition of the OC Ventures update

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From doctoral research to spin-out: a UK tech start-up's VC-backed international journey

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 09:48:16 +0100

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IP, networking and seeking advice have been areas of focus for a chemical tech start-up on its path to fundraising

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UK general election 2024: what would a Labour government mean for venture capital, start-ups and founders?

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 14:59:04 +0100

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We explore the policies of the Labour Party, and how they may affect the ventures ecosystem

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Corporate venture capital and strategic partnerships: what do investee companies need to consider?

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 16:53:19 +0100

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Additional considerations to factor in when taking on equity investment via CVC as opposed to traditional independent VC funds

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Venture debt emerges as a financial alternative to drive the tech ecosystem in Spain

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 14:59:34 +0100

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The financing alternative for tech companies and startups combines debt and equity with a lower dilutive effect than typical VC-led rounds

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Manchester City versus the Premier League: arbitration proceedings kick-off

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 12:31:01 +0100

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A successful challenge could pave the way for lucrative sponsorship deals particularly for clubs with wealthy owners

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HR pensions spotlight | Automatic enrolment: are you compliant?

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 11:57:59 +0100

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Employers should consider a range of measures to help reduce the risk of non-compliance

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The UK general election: what will it mean for UK energy policy?

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:05:28 +0100

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There are many energy challenges for the next government to address, but the rhetoric differs across the political spectrum

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UK general election: what are the potential implications for the life sciences and healthcare sector?

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:28:48 +0100

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The Conservative and Labour parties both acknowledge the sector's importance to the UK's economic growth, but what plans do they have for its future?

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International Funds Legal Update | 21 June 2024

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:48:20 +0100

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FCA sets out agenda for asset managers, UK Parliament's prorogation causes delays and ESMA regulates green fund claims

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UK general election 2024: what will a new government mean for business growth?

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 13:16:13 +0100

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We explore the policies for growth of the two main UK political parties fighting to form the next government, and how they will impact business

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UK general election 2024: Labour's manifesto and tax

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 17:48:46 +0100

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The manifesto confirms Labour's widely publicised tax policy plans with no surprises but little further detail

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What are the consequences of and remedies for unlawful dividends in the UK?

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 13:41:26 +0100

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Unlawful dividends are complex to resolve, needing specific legal, tax and accounting advice

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Cyber attack on a UK staffing company: a 'war story'

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 16:32:59 +0100

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What lessons can workforce solutions companies draw from a recent ransomware attack that likely affected 250,000 people?

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Government updates guidance on the UK National Security and Investment Act

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:48:31 +0100

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Changes cover call-in powers, universities and research bodies, outward direct investment and notification forms

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A muted Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act is now law but not yet in force in England

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:04:12 +0100

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The hasty pre-general election introduction in the final parliamentary session has led to major legislative casualties

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Spain sets up Observatory on Late Payment for the private sector

Thu, 23 May 2024 13:10:41 +0100

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The Spanish Ministry of Industry and Tourism's new body will combat late payment in commercial transactions

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Portfolio managers will be covered by the Sustainability Disclosure Requirements

Tue, 21 May 2024 10:34:26 +0100

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The UK regulator proposes to apply a similar approach in the near future to portfolio managers as for fund managers

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Dealmaking confidence returns to Europe in 2024 after a subdued 2023

Fri, 17 May 2024 11:48:53 +0100

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Improving economic conditions and greater stability are likely to lead to increased market confidence across the continent

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