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The Brexit negotiations – the view from Brussels on developments in September
The Brexit debate often looks different when viewed from Brussels rather than from London. That Brussels perspective however is important for businesses …
EU unveils proposals for toughened security screening of foreign investments
As states race to usher in tighter security controls on foreign takeovers, we assess the EU's new framework for screening FDIOn 13 September 2017 the EU …
Senate passes Vulnerable Workers Bill – expands liability for franchisors
Franchisors in Australia will shortly be subject to an expanded assessorial liability regime under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) as a result of new …
Frictionless trade? UK-EU customs relations post-Brexit
On 15 and 16 August 2017 the UK Government published two papers setting out its proposals for UK-EU customs relations post-Brexit. While these …
Legislating for Brexit – Inside the UK's Withdrawal Bill
As the UK puts its EU departure into legislation, we take an in-depth exploration of the far-reaching bill.The European Union (Withdrawal) Bill was …
Qatari diplomatic ties severed – Implications for business
Middle Eastern neighbours have cut diplomatic ties and transport links with Qatar. How will business be hit?On Monday 5 June 2017, Saudi Arabia, the …
Helping FMCG Businesses plan for a Post-Brexit future
Businesses with interwoven supply chains across the EU and beyond have already felt the effects of a weaker pound, with increasing costs of sourcing raw …
Herbert Smith Freehills advises Danone on the acquisition of an interest in Michel et Augustin
Herbert Smith Freehills is advising Danone on its negotiations with the shareholders of Michel et Augustin to allow Danone to acquire a minority interest …
ASX Consultation Paper new admission requirements for listed entities
We have reviewed ASX's consultation paper and summarised the proposed changes to its requirements for admission to the ASX official list.In brief ASX …
An international treaty on business and human rights?
A proposed treaty is the latest development in the steady march towards strengthening corporate accountability for protecting human rights.More than half …
Human rights complaints against multinationals increasing
A little-known mechanism established under the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises is increasingly being used to lodge public complaints …
Modern Slavery poses new challenges for business
With effect from 29 October 2015, businesses with a commercial presence in the UK and a worldwide turnover in excess of £36 million now have to report …
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