On 27 October 2021, the first of the three treaties underpinning the new Unified Patent Court (UPC) and unitary patent (UP) system comes into force. It is the 'Protocol on Privileges and Immunities of … [Read more...] about The Unified Patent Court’s Protocol on Privileges and Immunities comes into force
Archives for October 2021
Countdown to COP26 – A time for action?
While we wait to see what the 26th UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) will have in store next week, many businesses will be reflecting on their own environmental issues. We could see a few big … [Read more...] about Countdown to COP26 – A time for action?
Who controls your opt-out?
The impact of the UPC on existing and future commercial arrangements As the commencement of the Unified Patents Court looms larger, we are turning our thoughts to some of the really practical … [Read more...] about Who controls your opt-out?
Why is COP26 important for businesses?
COP26 - the 26th UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) – will soon be the focal point of news as the two-week climate change conference descends on Scotland. The summit is not just a talking shop … [Read more...] about Why is COP26 important for businesses?
Green finance – A roadmap to sustainable investing
The UK Government published a report yesterday evening, "Greening Finance – A Roadmap for Sustainable Investing", setting out how it intends to green the financial system and meet its commitment to … [Read more...] about Green finance – A roadmap to sustainable investing
What will be the focus of COP26?
When the 26th UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of the Parties (COP26) kicks off at the end of this month, politicians, policy makers, activists and business people will … [Read more...] about What will be the focus of COP26?