With the EU Pay Transparency Directive deadline of 7 June 2026 fast approaching, it is now clear that Ireland will adopt a phased approach to implementation.
EmploymentThe Central Bank of Ireland has published an updated version of its ‘Our Approach to Supervision’ document.
Financial Regulation AdvisoryOn 5 June 2026, the final wave of amendments to the Prospectus Regulation and the Market Abuse Regulation under the EU Listing Act will take effect.
Capital Markets - EquityIrish merger control is entering a new phase, with significant implications for businesses, particularly in the life sciences sector. In this podcast, Dervla Broderick and Peter Murphy examine developments and what they mean in practice.
EU, Competition & ProcurementOn 20 May 2026 the High Court delivered a decision in Burke v. O'Connell [2026] IEHC 314.
Construction & EngineeringThe Minister for Children, Disability and Equality (the Minister) has provided a written answer to recent Parliamentary Questions.
EmploymentAt domestic level, BPFI published recommendations for the proposed savings and investment account framework. At a European level, EBA updated MiCAR Q&As, AMLA launched a consultation and the European Commission launched consultations on MiCAR.
Financial Regulation AdvisoryAt domestic level, the CBI published a report its thematic assessment of compliance functions within investment firms. At European level, ESMA published a statement on MiFID II sustainability requirements and updated manual on pre and post transparency.
Asset Management & Investment FundsAt domestic level, the Government published updates on the Motor Insurance Transparency Code and section 18(4) of the Consumer Insurance Contracts Act 2019 came into force. At a European level, EIOPA launched a consultation on insurance guarantee schemes.
FinanceAt domestic level, Ireland implemented AIFMD II and UCITS VI and the CBI published a revised AIF Rulebook. At European level, ESMA published its final report on the CSA on compliance and internal audit functions, and published updates relating to MMFs.
Asset Management & Investment FundsThe EBA published amended guidelines on the definition of default under CRR. The ECB published good practices for C&N risk stress testing and management. The SRB launched a consultation on operational guidance on liquidity and funding in resolution.
FinanceIreland’s FDI screening authority, the Department of Enterprise, Tourism, and Employment (the Department), has now published its first annual report (the Report) on the screening of FDI under the Screening of Third Country Transactions Act 2023 (the Act) in 2025.
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