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Extended Right To Work Check Requirements From 1 October 2026
Explore the latest legal insights and regulatory updates across multiple practice areas including immigration, employment law, construction, real estate, and emerging technologies. From extended right-to-work requirements to smart glasses privacy risks and nuclear energy developments in the UAE, these articles examine critical legal challenges facing businesses and organizations today.
United Kingdom Employment
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Stephenson Harwood
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Companies House Reforms: What Do The New Register Changes Mean For Companies?
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act has fundamentally altered how UK companies maintain statutory records, with Companies House now serving as the primary repository for key corporate information. Understanding which registers have been eliminated, what obligations remain, and how to ensure compliance under this new regime is essential for all UK companies navigating these significant regulatory changes.
United Kingdom Commercial
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Boodle Hatfield
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Right To Work Changes: What Does The New Legislation Mean For Employers, Developers And Contractors In The Construction Sector?
The UK's Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 introduces sweeping changes to right-to-work compliance that extend liability throughout construction supply chains. Developers, main contractors, and subcontractors now face expanded obligations to verify worker eligibility, with potential fines reaching £60,000 per illegal worker and criminal sanctions for knowing violations.
United Kingdom Employment
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Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP
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How Can A Regulated Provider Challenge A Decision Taken By Ofcom Under The Online Safety Act?
Understanding the mechanisms for challenging Ofcom's decisions under the Online Safety Act is crucial for regulated providers navigating this complex new regime. This guide explores the public law principles that govern potential challenges, from judicial review claims to Upper Tribunal appeals, and examines what enforcement actions can be contested and on what grounds.
United Kingdom Litigation
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
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Cross-Border Data Incident Response: What We Learned So You Don't Have To
Mishcon de Reya's Data team explores the critical challenges of managing personal data breaches across multiple jurisdictions, examining how notification obligations, regulatory expectations, and personal liability for directors vary significantly between markets. Drawing from a hypothetical cross-border incident scenario, the firm's experts reveal why preparation, local counsel networks, and understanding jurisdictional differences are essential before a breach occurs.
United Kingdom Privacy
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Mishcon de Reya
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Non-competes: Reform Back On The Table
The UK government is revisiting the contentious issue of non-compete clauses in employment contracts, with the Prime Minister signaling potential reform following international trends and pressure from the tech industry. With options ranging from total bans to duration caps and salary thresholds on the table, businesses face critical decisions about protecting their assets while balancing employee mobility and innovation.
United Kingdom Employment
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Macfarlanes LLP
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Modernising UK Corporate Reporting: Company Categories, Thresholds And Exemptions
The UK government has launched a consultation proposing significant reforms to corporate reporting requirements, including the removal of distinctions between small and medium-sized companies, simplified thresholds for determining company size, and expanded exemptions for certain entities. These changes aim to reduce complexity and administrative burden while maintaining appropriate levels of scrutiny for different company categories.
United Kingdom Commercial
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Burges Salmon
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