This briefing argues that the EU is currently in a "quieter" era of competition enforcement, with an apparent willingness on the Commission's part to engage more in advocacy. In spite of this, Baker & McKenzie point out a number of likely 2012 developments in European competition law policy.
Law Firm: Baker & McKenzie | Published: 08 February 2012 | Practice Area: EU Competition Law
Staying on top of the broad sweep of developments is a substantial challenge, as is the importance of preparing for the impact of anticipated developments. This extensive preview of 2012 identifies the broad trends and issues which are expected to be on the legal agenda in the year ahead.
Law Firm: Herbert Smith | Published: 17 January 2012 | Practice Area: Corporate Governance
Macfarlanes peers into the crystal ball to discuss the likely developments in competition law over the next 12 months. Chief among these is the Government's response to proposals for reform of the UK's competition regime - a move which could have far-reaching consequences for the sector.
Law Firm: Macfarlanes LLP | Published: 13 January 2012 | Practice Area: Competition Regulators and enforcement
English law is likely to see a number of significant changes and developments in 2012. In this briefing, Linklaters highlights the major developments expected over the coming year, with links to further reading, where available.
Law Firm: Linklaters | Published: 11 January 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Compliance
Nabarro's EU & Competition team offer a monthly update covering all the key news relevant to UK and EU competition, procurement and state aid. December's edition features stories on UK auditing services; EU antitrust rules under review; e-book anti-trust proceedings; and emergency bank aid rules.
Law Firm: Nabarro | Published: 20 December 2011 | Practice Area: EU Competition Law
Nabarro's EU & Competition team offer a monthly update covering all the key news relevant to UK and EU competition, procurement and state aid. October's edition features stories on the OFT's deal to local newspapers, the ECJ's ruling on broadvasting rights and the probe into EURO interbank rates.
Law Firm: Nabarro | Published: 25 October 2011 | Practice Area: EU Competition Law
In this exclusive article, Sullivan & Cromwell's Juan Rodriguez and Axel Beckmerhagen set out the considerations for companies opting to hold their hands up to competition breaches. In doing so, the pair outline why companies should be vigilant of anti-competitive behaviour.
Law Firm: Sullivan & Cromwell | Published: 26 September 2011 | Practice Area: EU Competition Law
In this article, written exclusively for Legal Week, Freshfields’ Alex Potter charts the rapid spread of aggressive competition enforcement around the world, with particular focus on China and India. In addition, more complex techniques for market analysis in the UK and USA are discussed.
Law Firm: Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer | Published: 23 September 2011 | Practice Area: Competition Regulators and enforcement
This round-up of developments in EU and UK competition law discusses the impact of the European Commission decision to fine Unilever and Procter & Gamble a total of €315 million following price fixing in relation to washing powder. It also discusses the €10.2m fine on Visa for excluding rivals.
Law Firm: LG | Published: 13 July 2011 | Practice Area: EU Competition Law
Wragge & Co looks at some of the options to consider in preparing for the new regime.
Law Firm: Wragge & Co | Published: 03 June 2011 | Practice Area: Regulation and Insurance
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