The technology could have far-reaching effects across the World, leading politicians to race to the top
Companies in EU must record employees’ working hours
The decision obliges Member States to make daily recordings of employees’ working times mandatory
European Court clears CETA arbitration tribunals
Despite the vocal opposition, the arbitration system complies with EU law
UK competition authority wants changes to Big Four
The Competition and Markets’ Authority has called for legislation to overhaul the auditing business, namely concerning the Big Four.
EU wants to allow class-action suits – under certain terms
The landscape for collective redress rules across Europe varies a great deal and efforts to harmonise it might entail negative consequences
Banning China’s Huawei?
Whether to allow Chinese vendors participate in the procurement process for implementing 5G network systems across Europe has divided European countries
Plans for new EU labour authority are controversial
Efforts by the EU to advance labour rights for workers has been met with varied responses – largely due to the effort it requires from companies and the diverse set of rules varying in Member States
Siemens-Alstom merger: Where competition law and politics clash
The merger has raised some questions with regards to the modernity of the European antitrust rules.
EU policy and legal developments in 2019
With the European Parliament elections on the horizon, 2019 will be full of challenges to overcome for the European Union.
EU, Japan agreement creates world’s largest free-trade area
13 December 2018 International Trade Landmark agreement between EU, Japan creates world’s largest free-trade area After five years of negotiations, the European Parliament has approved a major trade agreement between the European Union and Japan. The EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement…
