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Advising on FCA deauthorisation for a long-established financial planning firm

The Herrington Carmichael regulatory team advised a long established financial planning firm on successful application for FCA deauthorisation and cancellation…
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Advising EEA-based fund on FCA aspects of strategic acquisition

The Herrington Carmichael regulatory team advised EEA based fund on the FCA aspects of its acquisition of FCA authorised business….
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Advising Hawkins Group on transition to an Employee Ownership Trust

The Herrington Carmichael corporate team advised the founders of the Hawkins Group of Companies, a construction group, on the sale…
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Global sporting event: contractual support across 14 Jurisdictions

The Herrington Carmichael corporate team continues to advise a leading regional firm of insolvency practitioners on a range of corporate…
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Monzo and Barclays are fined millions due to inadequate anti-financial crime systems: what does this mean for your firm?

In recent weeks, the FCA has issued two significant enforcement actions that should serve as a wake-up call to the…
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Privacy Policy 101: What you need to know (and how to stay compliant)

In the digital age, data privacy is a critical concern for businesses and individuals alike. A key element of any…
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Unlock New Horizons with an FCA-Authorised Payment Services Business

There is an ever-growing list of businesses who offer some form of payment service. Depending on the nature and scope…
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Subscription Rules Are Changing – Is Your Business Ready?

Businesses have until Spring 2026 to review their processes around providing subscription contracts. The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act…
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Fake reviews and drip pricing: the DMCC Act expanding enforcement powers of the Competitions and Markets Authority

On 06 April 2025, the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (“the DMCCA”) comes into effect. It’s now critical…
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Cole Palmer Seeks Legal Protection for Iconic Goal Celebration

In a strategic move blending sports and intellectual property law, Cole Palmer, the rising star of Chelsea FC, has initiated…
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Navigating AI Regulation: The Latest from the UK and EU

As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms industries and societies, the race to establish effective governance frameworks is intensifying. The UK and…
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The Berne Financial Services Agreement

In December 2023, the UK and Switzerland signed the Berne Agreement, a groundbreaking mutual recognition agreement (“MRA”) designed to enhance…