Strategy

The government has published a consultation, proposing changes to how building works to existing higher‑risk buildings (HRBs) are categorised for building control purposes.

The Fundraising Regulator has launched a consultation proposing new registration thresholds for free draw operators, requiring them to contribute 20% of ticket sales to charity—matching society lottery standards. These proposed changes follow the Government's publication of a Voluntary Code of Good Practice for Prize Draw Operators and could significantly impact how charitable free draws operate in the UK.

On 22 April 2026, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published its policy statement PS26/6, confirming a package of reforms to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SM&CR).

Inspired by my Kenyan safari, "Field Notes" are my observations from the field where my clients and I work - coaching sessions. Each field note is drawn from actual client sessions and give an insight to the personal evolution of my clients.

Most of our clients acknowledge the value of setting goals and tracking progress

Amid economic and geopolitical uncertainty, dealmakers are leaning on different skillsets to get transactions over the line...

Sustainable finance regulation and related investor expectations continue to grow. This has increased the pressure on private fund impact managers to show true alignment between financial performance...

The FCA has censured a firm for breaching Principle 10 and the Client Money Organisational Requirements Rule.

The transactional risk market entered 2026 from a position of strength. Even against a backdrop of uneven deal volume, persistent macroeconomic uncertainty and geopolitical volatility...

UK manufacturers face mounting workforce pressures in 2026 as immigration policy reforms reshape talent acquisition strategies. With net migration at a five-year low and Home Office enforcement at record levels, businesses must balance recruiting specialized talent against fundamental compliance risks that could result in penalties or sponsor licence revocation.

The automotive industry is entering a decisive phase in its transition toward software-defined vehicles (SDVs). What was once framed as a technology evolution is now unfolding as a far more profound shift – one that is redefining operating models, value creation, and competitive positioning across the entire ecosystem.

The chemicals sector is experiencing unprecedented turbulence as long-standing structural weaknesses meet acute market volatility. Senior legal experts from A&O Shearman examine how corporates and creditors are adapting their strategies, what trends are reshaping the industry, and where investors and restructuring professionals should focus their attention when navigating this challenging landscape.