Having conducted a review of 10 financial promotion approvers working on behalf of unauthorised firms the FCA has concluded that some need to up their game to ensure that they are adequately … [Read more...] about Fin Prom Approvals – Room for improvement
Mass Layoff: Termination Without Proper Notification? Invalid!
Judgment of the Federal Labour Court (“BAG”), 1 April 2026 – 6 AZR 152/22 | Implementation of the European Court of Justice (“CJEU”) Judgments Sewel & Tomann Employers planning a mass layoff … [Read more...] about Mass Layoff: Termination Without Proper Notification? Invalid!
Gowling WLG at Farnborough International Airshow 2026
Insight across the sector. Confidence in delivery. We work at the heart of the aviation, aerospace and defence sector (AAD), supporting organisations across complex programmes, supply chains and … [Read more...] about Gowling WLG at Farnborough International Airshow 2026
A cut to FCA application times – a welcome start.
Today, HM Treasury published a response to its consultation on cross-cutting reforms to the regulatory environment. In the response, HM Treasury confirms that it will amend the Financial Services … [Read more...] about A cut to FCA application times – a welcome start.
Why AI will never replace good leadership (or employment lawyers)
My friend and Partner Jocelyn Paulley sent me this piece which suggests that one of our Titans of Tech believes he may replace himself as a leader in one-to-ones by an AI-powered Avatar. It is said … [Read more...] about Why AI will never replace good leadership (or employment lawyers)
“Since 1717” when heritage becomes misleading in trademark law
Fashion’s long‑standing fondness for expressions such as “Since 1717” has now met judicial scrutiny. In March 2026, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) held that a trademark … [Read more...] about “Since 1717” when heritage becomes misleading in trademark law