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In Corporate Compliance

European Union: The ‘Unshell’ Proposal

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Interested parties could, until 6 April 2022, provide their views to the EU Commission regarding the so-called Unshell proposal or ATAD 3. Many will have flagged the uncertainties about certain concepts and the need for more clarifications while others will also have indicated more substantial issues such as possible non-compatibility with EU Law. It remains to be seen whether the EU Commission will take (some of) these comments on board. Meanwhile, international groups should not rest on their laurels because it is likely that the Proposal will be adopted (as is or in an amended form) but rather start screening the European affiliates in their corporate structure, to identify possible issues under ATAD 3 and look for possible remedies.

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In Cybersecurity, Data and Tech

United States, United Kingdom and European Union: Whistleblower developments for multinational employers (Video Chat)

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An influx of high-profile whistleblowing cases have made headlines in recent years, and claims (and awards) are on the rise. At the same time, more defined and greater protections for whistleblowers are coming into play in the US, UK and European Union. It’s essential that multinational employers be aware of the whistleblower regulations proliferating across the globe and the notable differences between regimes.

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In Environment

United Kingdom: The new Energy Security Strategy is launched

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On 7 April 2022 the UK published its Energy Security Strategy. The key aim of the strategy is for the UK to achieve long-term independence from foreign energy sources and decarbonise the nation’s power supply. The strategy echoes the communication released on 8 March 2022 by the European Commission in relation to the Joint European Action for more affordable, secure and sustainable energy.
The UK’s Energy Security Strategy reinforces the Government’s commitment to decarbonisation, with an ambitious new target for offshore wind by 2030 and a doubling of the previous target for hydrogen production in the same time frame.

In Antitrust / Competition

Europe: Recent Developments in German and European Antitrust Law

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In this event, we will give you a comprehensive overview of the most important developments of the last year in German and European antitrust law. Please note that this event will be held in German only.

In Antitrust / Competition

Ukrainian Laws in Wartime

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We’re pleased to announce the publication of the second edition of Ukrainian Laws in Wartime: Guide for International and Domestic Businesses. This guide provides a brief overview of the key features of such wartime legislation. It is structured as a set of responses to the most common questions raised and considered by international and Ukrainian businesses these days.

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In Austria

The “End” for International Data Transfers?

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In our hybrid kick-off event of the newly founded – VUJ Expert Group on Data Protection Law on the topic “The “End” for International Data Transfers? Recent developments and practical advice” , shed light on the following topics:
• International data transfers in transition
• Google analytics and the international consequences
• Approaches and alternatives for practice

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