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New EU Public Procurement Regime: Legislative Process Begins
The European Commission has proposed a comprehensive overhaul of EU public procurement law through a single, directly applicable Regulation that would replace existing Directives. This fundamental reform introduces mandatory quality-weighted award criteria, liberalised negotiation procedures, and entirely new frameworks for security considerations and European preference in public contracting.
European Union Government
AC
Arthur Cox
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Ireland At The Centre Of The E-Evidence Package
The EU e-Evidence Regulation has entered into force, establishing a new framework for cross-border requests for electronic evidence in criminal proceedings. Service providers operating in the EU now face strict compliance deadlines and significant penalties for non-compliance, while navigating complex rules about data production, preservation orders, and limited grounds for refusal. How will companies balance law enforcement cooperation with fundamental rights protections under this challenging new regime?
Ireland Government
M
Matheson
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Inward/ Foreign Investment

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Horizon Scanner: Finance August 2026 - Thought Leadership
Article 21c of CRD VI introduces fundamental changes to how third-country banks can access EU markets, requiring licensed branches or authorized EU entities for core banking services from January 2027. This collection examines the practical implications for cross-border lending, aviation finance structures, and Irish limited partnerships, while exploring the European Commission's broader vision for banking sector competitiveness and FDI screening reforms.
Ireland Finance
AC
Arthur Cox
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FDI Screening In Ireland: Recent Developments
The European Union has introduced its most comprehensive overhaul of foreign direct investment screening since 2020, establishing harmonised minimum standards across all Member States for reviewing investments in strategically sensitive sectors. This revised framework significantly expands the scope of transactions subject to review, introduces stricter procedural requirements, and enhances coordination mechanisms between national authorities and the European Commission.
Ireland International
AC
Arthur Cox
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Constitutional & Administrative Law

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Ireland At The Centre Of The E-Evidence Package
The EU e-Evidence Regulation has entered into force, establishing a new framework for cross-border requests for electronic evidence in criminal proceedings. Service providers operating in the EU now face strict compliance deadlines and significant penalties for non-compliance, while navigating complex rules about data production, preservation orders, and limited grounds for refusal. How will companies balance law enforcement cooperation with fundamental rights protections under this challenging new regime?
Ireland Government
M
Matheson
Article
Offshore Update: General Scheme Of Marine Protected Areas Legislation Published
The Irish Government has published the General Scheme of the Maritime Area Planning (Marine Protected Areas) (Amendment) Bill 2026, which would integrate marine protected area designation into Ireland's existing maritime spatial planning framework. This legislative proposal aims to protect 30% of Irish waters by 2030 while establishing new compliance obligations for public bodies and consultation mechanisms for stakeholders with maritime interests.
Ireland Environment
AC
Arthur Cox
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Terrorism, Homeland Security & Defence

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Central Bank Of Ireland Publishes Second Edition Of Its Financial Crime Bulletin
The Central Bank of Ireland has released its second biannual Financial Crime Bulletin, addressing critical developments in anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism financing, financial sanctions, fraud prevention, and market abuse. This comprehensive update examines Ireland's national risk assessment findings, AMLA's evolving regulatory framework, and the escalating threat of AI-driven fraud and scams targeting consumers and financial institutions.
Ireland Finance
DE
Dillon Eustace
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Government Contracts, Procurement & PPP

Article
New EU Public Procurement Regime: Legislative Process Begins
The European Commission has proposed a comprehensive overhaul of EU public procurement law through a single, directly applicable Regulation that would replace existing Directives. This fundamental reform introduces mandatory quality-weighted award criteria, liberalised negotiation procedures, and entirely new frameworks for security considerations and European preference in public contracting.
European Union Government
AC
Arthur Cox
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Public Procurement Update: Failure To Offer An Undertaking For Damages A Factor In Lifting Automatic Suspension
The Irish High Court has signalled that incumbent tenderers who benefit financially from automatic contract suspensions may face scrutiny if they refuse to offer undertakings covering losses to winning bidders. In a €51.2 million parking enforcement framework case, the Court lifted the suspension after the losing incumbent declined to compensate the successful tenderer for costs of securing a time-sensitive resource underpinning its bid.
Ireland Litigation
AC
Arthur Cox
Article
Government Fast-Tracks Nine Infrastructure Projects
Ireland's Critical Infrastructure Act 2026 introduces a statutory framework to accelerate strategically important infrastructure projects through mandatory prioritisation by public bodies. Nine major projects spanning transport, water, and energy have been designated, raising questions about how accelerated delivery will be balanced against climate obligations. The legislation's disapplication of certain climate considerations has sparked debate about the intersection of infrastructure urgency and environme
Ireland Real Estate
WF
William Fry
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