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11 Apr 2024

The UK Modern Slavery Act at nine: an assessment

Jasmin Kreutzer and Christos Kypraios review the progress made by the Modern Slavery Act since its implementation and the recent reversal of that progress being caused by the current government’s approach to immigration

11 Apr 2024

Improving the effectiveness of the Money Laundering Regulations

Niall Hearty considers the UK government’s consultation on reforms to the Money Laundering Regulations

5 Apr 2024

Companies House, the ECCTA 2023 and new criminal sanctions

Mark Jones and Henry Watkinson detail the changes for Companies House introduced by the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, which mark a significant shift in the role of Companies House

21 Mar 2024

The Seychelles: enhancing the proposed framework for virtual asset service providers

Seychelles attracts major cryptocurrency platforms with its balanced regulatory environment that fosters innovation while ensuring security and stability, says Malcolm Moller.

19 Mar 2024

Refining the law in relation to WFOs

Recent cases have spotlighted the principles that relate to worldwide freezing orders, says Nicola Sharp

15 Mar 2024

Hunt v Singh: the lay of the land on director’s duties following Sequana

In exploring the Hunt v Singh decision, Jonathan Gorman clarifies when directors' duties to creditors arise, emphasising knowledge of insolvency risks over mere financial distress.

15 Mar 2024

The legal implications of a crisis in the Red Sea

Alex McIntosh discusses the impact of the Red Sea crisis on international trade and the potential legal disputes specific to commercial shipping

11 Mar 2024

The UK’s Cyber Governance Code of Practice

Beverley Flynn and Sinead Hughes discuss the government’s proposed voluntary Cyber Governance Code of Practice and what it would mean for businesses