This article provides a snap shot of what has happened since the agreement reached on 8 October 2021 by 136 jurisdictions of the OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework.
TaxWith Ireland due to implement the EU Whistleblowing Directive very shortly, there is currently a lot of attention focussed on the area of whistleblowing and the protections afforded to whistleblowers under Irish law.
EmploymentOn 20 October 2021, the General Court of the European Union (General Court) handed down judgments in Cases T-296/18 and T-240/18 regarding actions brought by Polskie Linie Lotnicze ‘LOT’ SA, to challenge the European Commission's (Commission) decisions approving the acquisition by easyJet and Lufthansa of assets of the Air Berlin Group.
EU, Competition & ProcurementThe final terms and conditions for the second auction under the second Renewable Energy Support Scheme (RESS 2) in Ireland were published on 27 October 2021 (the RESS 2 Terms).
Energy & Natural ResourcesLiquor licence holders in Northern Ireland should start thinking ahead to next year's renewal deadline of 30 September 2022.
Betting, Gaming & Liquor Licensing BelfastA new era in the investigation and enforcement of company law is just around the corner as the Corporate Enforcement Authority (CEA) is expected to be up and running by the new year.
White Collar CrimeEarlier this year, we advised Voyager Aviation Holdings, LLC on the successful restructuring of its senior note obligations by way of a US exchange offer.
Restructuring & InsolvencyOn 1 December 2021, the Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland’s (ASAI) new rules and guidance on the advertising and marketing of ‘high fat, salt and sugar’ (HFSS) food and drink products to children will come into effect. T
DisputesIrish competition law is mainly found under the Competition Act 2002 (as amended) (2002 Act). Irish competition law (including Irish merger control) is based on EU competition law (including EU merger control).
EU, Competition & ProcurementIn the annual AirFinance Journal Experts Guide, Aviation & Transport Finance partner David Berkery shares insights on private equity investment in aviation.
Aviation & Transport FinanceIn the annual Chambers Aviation Finance & Leasing 2021 Global Practice Guide, our Aviation & Transport Finance and Restructuring & Insolvency teams provide an insight into trends and developments in Ireland.
Aviation & Transport FinanceProposals for revisions to AIFMD were published as part of the EU Capital Markets Union package. Here is a summary of those proposals:
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