Spreadex compelled to divest Sporting Index The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has ordered Spreadex to sell its acquisition of Sporting Index, citing concerns over competition in the betting and gaming industry. London, 22 November 2024 – Following an inquiry launched in July 2023, the CMA has concluded that Spreadex’s acquisition of Sporting Index would … Read more
CMA Publishes Provisional Findings in Mobile Browsers and Cloud Gaming Market Investigation 22 November 2024, 11:30 AM The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has today published its provisional findings in its investigation into the mobile browsers and cloud gaming markets. The CMA launched the investigation in June 2023 to assess whether competition in these markets … Read more
UK Unveils Funding Boost to Help Forest Nations Fight Climate Change London, November 22, 2024 – The United Kingdom has announced a significant funding boost to support forest nations in their efforts to combat climate change. The funding will be used to protect and restore forests, promote sustainable land management practices, and support efforts to … Read more
PM statement to the House of Commons on the G20 and COP29 Summits: 21 November 2024 Mr Speaker, I am pleased to update the House on the outcomes of the recent G20 and COP29 summits. As you know, the G20 summit was held in New Delhi, India, from 15-16 November. The summit brought together leaders … Read more
Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offences: Updates 22nd November 2024 The Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offences has published its final report, with a number of recommendations for changes to the law and practice. The review was commissioned by the government in 2023 to look at the effectiveness of the current disclosure and … Read more
Strategy Breaks Ground on Biodiversity Net Gain and Nature Growth Date: November 22, 2024 Source: UK News and Communications Key Points: The UK government has unveiled a groundbreaking strategy to enhance biodiversity and promote nature growth. The strategy aims to achieve biodiversity net gain (BNG) for all new developments in England by 2023. It includes … Read more
New retention payments announced for thousands of Armed Forces personnel Published: 22 November 2024 Source: UK News and communications The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced new retention payments for thousands of Armed Forces personnel. The payments will be paid to personnel who have been in service for 12 years or more and are due … Read more
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Called-in Decision: Land Adjacent to Turnden, Hartley Road, Cranbrook (ref: 3273015 – 22 November 2024) Planning Inspectorate Decision The Planning Inspectorate has issued its decision on the appeal against the refusal of planning permission for the development of 110 dwellings, open space, and associated infrastructure on land adjacent to Turnden, Hartley Road, Cranbrook. The Inspectorate … Read more
Career Insight: Will, Barrister, HM Revenue & Customs Published on 22 November 2024 at 14:51 GMT Meet Will, a Barrister working at HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). Will shares his career journey, the challenges he’s faced, and what he enjoys most about his role. What is your current role and how long have you been … Read more