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New Defamation Bill: good news for websites, bad news for libel tourists
On Wednesday 9th May, the Queen announced that the Government will be pressing ahead with reforms to the law of defamation in this year's legislative agenda. The proposed reforms are aimed at striking a better balance between the protection of reputation and freedom of speech.
Law Firm: Field Fisher Waterhouse | Published: 14 May 2012 | Practice Area: Defamation
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How Australia proposes to overhaul its media landscape
The media landscape in Australia could be set for a substantial overhaul after the Convergence Review Committee confirmed their preference for a new direction in regulatory structure and approach. Baker & McKenzie outline the key proposals and what they would mean for media organisations.
Law Firm: Baker & McKenzie | Published: 23 January 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and enforcement
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Technology, media & telecoms - a look back to 2011 and forward to 2012
2011 saw a wide range of significant and interesting developments in the UK technology, media and telecoms sectors. This briefing from Herbert Smith outlines the key stories from each of these sectors and offers a preview of 2012 with a summary of expected developments.
Law Firm: Herbert Smith | Published: 12 January 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
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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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Tax deductions in leveraged buy-outs: a storm is brewing
A new regime now in force aims to exclude the financial costs relating to the acquisition of equity shares from the tax-deductible charges on the results of a holding company. This briefing gives an overview of the new rules and a summary of the main provisions around Europe.
Law Firm: Wragge & Co | Published: 04 January 2012 | Practice Area: Enforcement and Regulation
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Developing safe and peaceful nuclear energy in the UAE: a model for GCC countries
The UAE has committed to constructing its very first nuclear power plant. This briefing covers the main framework developed to support the new nuclear industry in the UAE, including the creation of a regulatory body, collaboration with international entities and newly-introduced nuclear laws.
Law Firm: Habib Al Mulla & Company | Published: 03 January 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
You can't say that... or can you? The sweeping changes to the UK's libel laws
A Joint Committee of MPs and peers from the House of Commons and House of Lords has issued a report on the Draft Defamation Bill, approving many of the Government's proposals but also recommending further changes that should be made to libel laws. This briefing summarises the core principles.
Law Firm: DLA Piper | Published: 08 November 2011 | Practice Area: Libel
Social media – new laws for new attitudes
Social media has become a pervasive and important part of everyday life. This research study from DLA Piper and YouGov surveyed over 2000 respondents to establish how internet users' attitudes and understanding of their legal responsibilities have changed over the last few years.
Law Firm: DLA Piper | Published: 31 October 2011 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
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Social media in the workplace – the major risks and how to deal with them
This report from DLA Piper offers an introduction to social media in the workplace and an in-depth study of the potential risks. The report provides comprehensive analysis of the data and advice on dealing with the pitfalls of engaging with social media from an employer’s point of view.
Law Firm: DLA Piper | Published: 17 October 2011 | Practice Area: Regulation and enforcement
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