As of 20 July 2020, Phase 1 of the UK’s Industrial Energy Transformation Fund (IETF) is open for applications for grants, according to the Department
UK HSE Successfully Prosecutes a Health and Safety Advisor for Deficient Advice
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), the health and safety regulator for England and Wales, has announced the successful prosecution before Luton Crown Court of
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EU Opens Consultation on Rules for Transboundary Plastic Waste Shipments
The European Commission has opened a consultation on the adoption of amendments (currently available in draft form) to the European Union’s law on the
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Tenant Insolvencies in the UK and Contaminated Land Liability Risks Due to COVID-19
The negative economic effects resulting from efforts to mitigate the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) have put financial pressure on many businesses. In the
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UK Employer COVID-19 Return-to-Work and Reporting Obligations Under RIDDOR
The UK national government has announced, in relation to England only, a programme of progressive easing of current lockdown measures due to Coronavirus Disease 2019
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COVID-19 Impact on Landlords and Tenants in England and Wales
The COVID-19 pandemic presents a real threat to the global economy. In England and Wales, commercial landlords and tenants are assessing their respective rights and
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UK Approach to EU Negotiations Post-Brexit: Implications for Environmental Standards
On 27 February 2020, the United Kingdom (UK) government published an outline of its intended approach to the forthcoming negotiations with the European Union (EU)
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What Duties Do Landlords Have in Relation to Potential Coronavirus Infections in England and Wales?
The Coronavirus continues to spread throughout China and around the world, leaving many questions as to who is responsible for what and whether there are
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UK to Formally Leave EU on Friday 31 January 2020
On Friday 24 January, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson signed, on behalf of the UK, the Withdrawal Agreement – the agreement setting out the terms
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Acceleration of the Removal of Diesel (and Bi-Mode) Trains From UK Operation?
The removal of diesel trains from operation in the UK could be accelerated as part of the UK government’s plans to reduce carbon emissions.
In
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