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'More to do' – UK FCA reviews principals' oversight of appointed representatives

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 11:45:35 +0100

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FCA analysis finds some principal firms are taking a 'bare minimum' approach and are not 'getting the basics right'

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Consumer law | UK Regulatory Outlook September 2024

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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UK government publishes DMCCA timeline | CMA consults on draft direct consumer enforcement guidance and rules under DMCCA | DMCCA in CMA's annual report 2023-2024

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UK government confirms HFSS advertising restrictions from October 2025

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 09:53:13 +0100

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Watershed for broadcast ads and complete online ban for in-scope products

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Has running-account credit come of age in the UK?

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 09:19:09 +0100

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As the regulatory landscape shifts, the consumer finance sector is exploring the potential of this credit model

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UK CMA launches investigation into Ticketmaster's Oasis ticket sale

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 12:43:12 +0100

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The regulator is looking at the use of 'dynamic pricing' in the sale of tickets for the Manchester band's reunion

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PFAS and products: how to prepare for change in Europe

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:33:34 +0100

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Businesses using PFAS in their products or supply chain need to understand how regulatory changes will affect them

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Further news in the area of plastics legislation in Italy

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:17:10 +0100

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The regulation of caps, microplastics and packaging has tightened

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Consumer law | UK Regulatory Outlook July 2024

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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CMA publishes issues statement in its market investigation into veterinary services for household pets | CMA consults on draft consumer law compliance advice for trader recommendation platforms | CMA publishes response to consultation on marketing green heating and insulation products

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Navigating the EU's new GPSR: obligations are introduced for online marketplaces

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 15:50:09 +0100

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Who are online marketplace providers and what should they be aware of before the regulation becomes applicable later this year?

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Navigating the EU's new GPSR: what manufacturers and importers of products need to know

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 17:02:46 +0100

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Businesses involved with the manufacture or import of products should be aware of their obligations

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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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What can the retail and consumer sector expect from the next UK government?

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 10:31:50 +0100

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Competing priorities for the next government – the future of the high street, business rates, food advertising and the new consumer regime

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Consumer law | UK Regulatory Outlook June 2024

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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UK general election 2024: what we know so far on how consumer law might be affected | DSIT publishes guidance to regulator about fees under OSA | CMA launches market investigation into the UK vet sector

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First judicial pronouncement made on the "Berlin clause" in Spanish residential leases

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 15:51:43 +0100

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The Barcelona Court of First Instance ruling further endorses Berlin clauses and creates a judicial guideline

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UK General Election 2024: what would a Labour win mean for financial services?

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:37:52 +0100

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Labour's plan for financing growth leans towards continuity over radical change

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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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Financial Conduct Authority to gather more information from UK consumer credit firms

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 12:46:39 +0100

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UK regulator sets out final rules and guidance on new reporting requirements

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Consumer Law | UK Regulatory Outlook May 2024

Fri, 31 May 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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DMCC Bill receives royal assent | Ofcom launches consultation on protecting children from harms online under UK Online Safety Act | Regulations made naming the 'assessment start day' for VSP compliance with UK Online Safety Act

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Finishing Parliamentary business in the 'wash-up' ahead of UK general election: what legislation has survived and what has fallen?

Tue, 28 May 2024 11:58:01 +0100

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Prorogation brought Parliamentary business to an end, meaning all draft legislation not passed is lost

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Are you ready for the UK Digital Markets Competition and Consumers Act?

Fri, 24 May 2024 11:12:42 +0100

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Five things business should know about the new digital markets regime and competition and consumer law changes

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HFSS newsletter | May 2024

Mon, 13 May 2024 11:39:42 +0100

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How are high fat, salt and sugar products being regulated beyond England?

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UK and EU take steps to bolster product security regimes

Fri, 10 May 2024 09:24:32 +0100

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Businesses need to know their obligations under parallel cybersecurity legislation for digital and connectable products

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EPR for textiles: what's on the horizon in the UK and EU?

Tue, 07 May 2024 15:26:18 +0100

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EU legislation to introduce extended producer responsibility is progressing and will mark a huge change for retailers

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Future Foods Update | May 2024

Fri, 03 May 2024 14:42:06 +0100

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This edition includes new UK guidance on plant-based dairy products, an Austrian case on naming plant-based products, and EU developments on lab-grown meat.

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"Shrinkflation": A new obligation for distributors regarding the display of their products

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 09:34:02 +0100

What is "Shrinkflation"?

Shrinkflation is a commercial practice which consists of reducing the size of a product while maintaining or even increasing its price.

With the increases in raw materials costs, many food suppliers have resorted to this practice to the detriment of consumers.