The European Commission has clarified that sustainability-driven cooperation agreements, such as joint decarbonisation in ports, can comply with EU competition law if certain safeguards are followed.
ESG & SustainabilityIreland’s new Action Plan promotes modern construction methods to reduce waste and boost sustainability, supporting a shift to a circular economy in the building sector.
ConstructionFrom August 2026, the new EU rules require all packaging to be more recyclable, clearly labelled, and responsibly managed to cut waste.
Environmental & PlanningThe EU plans to delay battery due diligence rules to August 2027, narrow their scope to larger companies only, and introduce exemptions and simplifications for smaller businesses.
Corporate Advisory & Company LawThe European Commission is considering another one-year delay to the EU Deforestation Regulation amid mounting political, industry, and international pressure, casting uncertainty over the law’s future and sparking renewed debate over its scope and implementation.
ESG & SustainabilityIn part three of our ESG research report series, we turn our attention to the financial services sector.
Asset Management & Investment FundsIn this article, we summarise some key changes that AIFMD 2 introduces in respect of delegation, authorisation, regulatory reporting and conflicts of interest-related requirements applicable to alternative investment fund managers.
Asset Management & Investment FundsOn 24 July 2025, in Jardine Strategic Limited v Oasis Investments II Master Fund Ltd No 2 [2025] UKPC 34, the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council delivered a landmark judgment abolishing the ‘Shareholder Rule’.
Corporate & M&AAIFMD 2 marks a pivotal shift for EU private credit funds, introducing a harmonised framework for AIFMs of loan originating AIFs that replaces fragmented national rules with clear, consistent provisions that provide for a level-playing field.
Asset Management & Investment FundsDomestically, the CBI published an FAQ on MiCAR and PSD2 interplay. At European level, the EBA issued final draft RTS on crypto exposures, new DORA Q&As, and a report on technology in AML/CTF.
Financial Regulation AdvisoryAt European level, ESMA published a new registration guide to promote awareness and enhance the transparency of the assessment criteria and procedures applicable to ESMA’s registration.
Asset Management & Investment FundsDomestically, the Department of Finance launched a consultation on the Insurance Recovery and Resolution Directive. At European level, EIOPA issued an opinion on AI governance and monthly Solvency II technical information.
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