In this article, we provide insights on key sustainability reporting and due diligence developments since our last update.
ESG & SustainabilityThis article examines the key tax incentives available to support greener commuting, including measures relating to electric vehicles, workplace charging, cycling and public transport.
In this article, we explore recent developments relating to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation including Commission guidance, Repak's role and the designation of Irish competent authorities.
Environmental & PlanningThis article considers how AI and ESG strategies interact and highlights key practical considerations for Boards and senior management teams.
ESG & SustainabilityFollowing the publication of the Irish Government’s ‘Roadmap for the Taxation of Retail Investment’ (Roadmap), the proposed national framework for savings and investment accounts (SIAs) is beginning to take shape.
Financial Regulation AdvisoryThe law governing liability for defective products is undergoing its most significant reform in almost 40 years.
BelfastCommercial property owners and investors may soon face increased costs when holding vacant premises if proposals currently being consulted on by the Department of Finance are taken forward.
Real EstateThere were several anti-money laundering / counter-terrorist financing updates in August. The Central Bank of Ireland published the results of a thematic review relating to customer complaints and the Ireland for Finance Strategy 2030 was launched.
Financial Regulation AdvisoryThe Central Bank of Ireland announced the future use of its portal for authorisation and post-authorisation applications. The European Banking Authority launched a consultation relating to reclassification of investment firms as credit institutions.
Asset Management & Investment FundsAt a domestic level, a new Flood Insurance Protection Gap Working Group was established, the Central Bank of Ireland is consulting on the Domestic Actuarial Regime and the ‘Right to be Forgotten’ legislation for cancer survivors was commenced.
FinanceAt an EU level, there were updates relating to credit institutions’ market risk and operational risk frameworks. AMLA launched a survey on central contact points and the European Central Bank published its first annual report on whistleblowing
FinanceChoosing the right equity and retention strategy is a key consideration for life sciences companies seeking to balance talent retention, growth ambitions and shareholder expectations.
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