Focus Antitrust - 17 February 2021
In The News
CMA opens consultation on replacing the EU vertical agreements block exemption
The CMA has opened a consultation on replacing the EU vertical agreements block exemption when it expires in May 2022. The block exemption continues to apply in the UK until its expiry. Click here.
Power to the people report on competition policy published
John Penrose MP’s Power to the people independent report on competition policy has been published, setting out a number of proposals aimed at promoting competition. Click here.
UK
CMA
- The CMA is proposing to refer Adevinta’s anticipated purchase of eCG from eBay for a detailed phase 2 investigation, unless the parties offer suitable undertakings in lieu. Click here.
Our thinking
Simon Hofstetter
Charles Russell Speechlys welcomes Dispute Resolution Partner Simon Hofstetter in Switzerland
Charles Russell Speechlys welcomes Dispute Resolution Partner Simon Hofstetter in Switzerland
Paul Stone
The Financial Times quotes Paul Stone on Ofcom's probe into competition and big tech in the cloud market
"The probe may act as a catalyst for a full-blown market investigation..."
Sara Sheffield
The Virtual Currency Regulation Review
Virtual Currency Regulation in the UAE
Paul Stone
Paul Stone provides comment for City AM on the record fine against Google over Android phones
"This decision is a symbolic victory”
Paul Stone
City AM quotes Paul Stone on the lawsuit facing Google re: anticompetitive conduct in the digital advertising market
"the lawsuits are a 'mirror image' of ongoing investigations by the CMA..."
Jamie Cartwright
The Grocer quotes Jamie Cartwright on the Celia Marsh inquest and allergen action
“Natasha’s Law responded to a perceived lack of accessible information on ingredients for consumers on the product itself..."
Peter Smith
Ten Years Since The 2012 Saudi Arbitration Law: Where Are We Now?
Lesley O’Leary
Lesley O'Leary writes for The Law Society Gazette on law firm strategy
‘You need to have a frank discussion about the things that matter to clients’
Megan Paul
Megan Paul writes for People Management on how business can help stamp out modern slavery in its supply chains
Stamping out modern slavery: how can HR help?
Henry Cuthbert
Strike a Pose - Usain Bolt files legendary victory celebration as a trademark
Penelope Byatt
The Telegraph quotes Penelope Byatt on the proposed sale of the Trevalga estate
“Many charities do carry on for hundreds of years ... They’re not subjected to this requirement"
Thanos Karvelis
ICLG - International Arbitration 2022
Practical cross-border insights into international arbitration work
Ilona Bateson
Top of the corporate agenda: modern slavery failings and mandatory supply chain disclosures
The Financial Reporting Council Lab has gone live with two new publications, signalling a market shift on supply chain issues.
Chris Haywood
Chris Haywood writes for The Oath on the impact of Dubai's new Virtual Asset Law on NFTs and the metaverse
A future-ready framework?
Darren Bailey
The Financial Times quotes Darren Bailey on the European Super League and the landmark case at the ECJ
“A win for the clubs may well lead to a far more fragmented football landscape"
Nic Couchman
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Fresh Air Festival on the Bangkok Century Cup 2022
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Fresh Air Festival on the Bangkok Century Cup 2022
Rudy Capildeo
Art Net quotes Rudy Capildeo on a new legislative change re: criminal damage to memorials
“A political judgement appears to be being placed on the content of the graffiti rather than the act of vandalism itself.”
Darren Bailey
City AM quotes Darren Bailey on the European Super League and the upcoming hearing at the ECJ
“The ramifications of the ECJ judgment for the future shape of football… cannot be underestimated".
Paul Stone
Paul Stone provides comment for City AM on the EU’s stamp of approval for digital laws
EU’s stamp of approval for digital laws risks putting the UK behind
Paul Stone
City AM quotes Paul Stone on the CMA's investigation into Amazon
"The latest UK investigation looks like a “carbon copy” of its European counterparts"