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Lightbulb moment? An overview of the draft Energy Bill 2012
The Department of Energy and Climate Change has announced the Government's draft Energy Bill 2012 with the aim of establishing a legislative framework to support the delivery of secure, affordable and low-carbon energy. Nabarro look in detail at the Bill's objectives.
Law Firm: Nabarro | Published: 24 May 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
The CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme - consultation and new guidance published
The CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme is well underway, with the first allowances going on sale next month. This briefing provides answers to key questions about the Government's proposals for the scheme, the related guidance from the Environment Agency and the recent budget announcement.
Law Firm: Wragge & Co | Published: 17 May 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
How does your garden grow? A legal perspective on the UK drought
Following insufficient winter refill of rivers, April 2012 saw the introduction of hosepipe bans by seven water companies in the South and South East of England. Eversheds outlines the numerous phrases used in connection with drought status and restrictions on the use of water.
Law Firm: Eversheds | Published: 23 April 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
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Bulgaria marks the anniversary of the Renewable Energy Law with its first amendment
Bulgaria's Renewable Energy Law 2011 underwent its first serious revision when its first amendment came into effect on 10 April 2012. This briefing from Schoenherr summarises the main amendments of the Renewable Energy Law, which concern renewable energy plants for the generation of electricity.
Law Firm: Schoenherr | Published: 13 April 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
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EU significantly extends sanctions on Iran
On 24 March 2012, the EU published Council Regulation No.267, further extending its programme of sanctions on Iran. Baker & McKenzie outline how the Regulation implements several new measures which will particularly affect those involved in the Iranian oil and gas and petrochemicals industries.
Law Firm: Baker & McKenzie | Published: 29 March 2012 | Practice Area: Cross-border: Commercial and International Trade
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Focus on BP plc - a comprehensive company profile
In this overview, Brook Intelligence provides a detailed business report on BP plc. Areas covered include company basics; business description; financials; share price; key events timeline; business and legal issues; business strategy; and key people.
Law Firm: Brook Intelligence Centre | Published: 19 March 2012 | Practice Area: Corporate Governance
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After the fall: rebuilding Libya's legal framework
Since the overthrow of Gaddafi last spring, Libya has been in a transition period. The legacy of 42 years of Gaddafi rule will not be resolved overnight, but the enormous potential is still there. Hogan Lovells describe the political and economic factors that go into rebuilding a legal framework.
Law Firm: Hogan Lovells | Published: 05 March 2012 | Practice Area: Central Government
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Feeding the dragon: China promotes shale gas exploration
In recent years, China has slowly revised its investment policies, laws, and regulations with the aim of achieving environmentally-friendly economic development. This update describes and analyses recent Chinese legislative developments designed to encourage the commercial development of shale gas.
Law Firm: Vinson & Elkins | Published: 20 February 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
Regulation of Cayman Islands master funds: a new regime
Under the Mutual Funds (Amendment) Law, 2011 which came into force in December, certain master funds in the Cayman Islands will be subject to new regulations. This briefing explains who will be affected and what will be the impact of the regulation.
Law Firm: Mourant Ozannes | Published: 09 January 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Compliance
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New Year financial services update
Among a number of topics, this round up of financial services news discusses the Government's response to the Independent Commission on Banking's final report and recommendations to improve stability and competition in the UK banking industry.
Law Firm: Norton Rose | Published: 05 January 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Compliance
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