These Regulations implement outstanding amendments to Chapter VII of the Annex to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974 (“SOLAS”), relating to the carriage of dangerous goods by ships, and Annex III to the International Convention…
These Regulations are the third commencement regulations under the Ivory Act 2018 (c. 30) (“the Act”). These Regulations bring into force section 37 of the Act, insofar as it is not already in force. The Act prohibits all dealing in…
A court has handed out fines totalling more than £30,000 after inspectors found staff were working in dangerous conditions at a local ‘cash and carry’ business. Unsafe work environment An Ealing Council inspection in December 2021 found a series of…
Under the chalk cliffs east of Folkestone sits the Warren, a coastal wilderness largely owned by the railway, hosting a nature trail for walkers, as well as the Victorian rail line that runs on to Dover. It is also, problematically…
This mental health week, Assent is focusing on mental health in the workplace and how organisations can better support their employees. We’ve heard the phrase “work-life balance” used frequently in the last few years in reference to supporting the mental…
As our planet becomes increasingly reliant on space, the UK space industry is working to be at the forefront of space protection and sustainability. Our use of space is rapidly evolving. The National Space Operations Centre (NSpOC) is preparing for…
Rishi Sunak’s U-turns over net zero have delayed progress on vital infrastructure that is needed for economic growth, the government’s advisers have said. Sir John Armitt, the chair of the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC), said good progress had been made…
These Regulations amend Schedule 3A to the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act 1990 (c. 37) (“the 1990 Act”). Schedule 3A relates to the technical requirements for the donation, procurement and testing of human tissues and cells. These Regulations amend Schedule…
These Regulations are made under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018 (c. 13) (“the Sanctions Act”). These Regulations are made under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018 (c. 13) (“the Sanctions Act”). The Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments)…
These Regulations amend the Energy Performance of Building Regulations 2012 (“the Principal Regulations”) in relation to data sharing. These Regulations amend the Energy Performance of Building Regulations 2012 (“the Principal Regulations”) in relation to data sharing. The Energy Performance of…