September 2018 Update: Key Developments in UK and EU Environment, Safety and Health Law, Procedure and Policy

By Squire Patton Boggs on October 8, 2018 Posted in Brexit, Health & Safety

We are pleased to share our latest edition of “frESH Law Horizons: Key Developments in UK & EU Environment, Safety and Health Law, Procedure and Policy”. In the September edition, we summarise more than 30 developments in the environmental, safety and health sector. Top stories this month include: The Court of Appeal’s decision in Serious Fraud … Continue Reading

Is your Business Ready for EU Labelling Changes?

By Nicola Smith and Rob Elvin on December 23, 2013 Posted in Alcohol, Food and Entertainment Licensing

The EU Food Information for Consumers Regulation will apply in the UK from 13 December 2014. The Regulation will mean a number of significant changes for the labelling of pre-packed food. A recent client alert by Squire Sanders lawyers Rob Elvin and Nicola Smith identifies important changes for business operators.… Continue Reading

Shale gas firms to be subject to ‘robust’ new EU Law

By Squire Patton Boggs on October 24, 2013 Posted in Chemicals & Products, Climate Change & Sustainability, Energy & Utilities, Rulemaking & Policy Development, Water Quality, Water Rights & Resource Management

A report published this week has identified that a new ‘muscular legislative package’ is being prepared by the European Commission, bringing shale gas companies operating within the EU under a regime which will be “robust enough” to cater for the inherent environmental risks of the industry. The new regime, which is likely to take the … Continue Reading