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European Commission communication on competitiveness in single banking market
On 17 July 2026, the European Commission (the Commission) adopted a communication on strengthening the competitiveness of the EU banking sector.BackgroundThe Commission emphasises that it considers that a competitive banking sector is essential to finance growth,...
Government publishes call for evidence in relation to unauthorised fraud in the UK
On 15 July 2026, the government published a call for evidence in relation to unauthorised fraud in the UK.BackgroundThe government sets out that unauthorised fraud refers to fraudulent transactions made without the account holder’s knowledge or consent where...
New briefing note: Whistleblowing – a timely reminder for regulated businesses
The allegations concerning the National Energy System Operator that have been brought into the public spotlight by Shadow Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho over the past week continue to attract significant attention. While the facts remain unclear and it would be...
The AI Revolution: Navigating the Regulatory Landscape in UK Financial Services
As AI reshapes financial services at speed, firms must embrace innovation while finding a route through shifting and uncertain regulatory expectations.By Becky Critchley, Calum Docherty, Nicola Higgs, Rob Moulton, Gary Whitehead, Charlotte Collins, and Amy...
New TPS Placeholder Dates for Multiple Countries Set by Court Order
Takeaways Federal courts have temporarily blocked or postponed TPS terminations for, Burma (Myanmar), Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Syria and Yemen that were scheduled to end between November 2025 and May 2026. TPS beneficiaries from these countries retain legal...
Handbook Saves Employer from Contract Claims
Can a company that uses progressive discipline for some employees be forced to use it for all employees? A new decision from the District of Connecticut says no, and the reasoning provides a useful roadmap for employers who want to preserve their at-will flexibility....
US military strikes in Iran continue for 10th consecutive day
For over a week, the U.S. has struck dozens of Iranian military targets, including coastal surveillance and air defense sites, military logistics infrastructure and maritime capabilities, according to CENTCOM.
Youth pastor with 3 kids in the car was doing 104 mph in a 40 mph zone before slamming into a concrete pole and killing his 8-year-old daughter: Police
Inset: Joel Leiniz (Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office). Background: Military Trail in West Palm Beach, Fla. (Google Maps). A Florida man whose daughter was killed during a car crash while he was speeding was charged in connection with her death. Joel Leiniz, 38, was...
Study Links Flooding to Overdose Deaths
Severe floods linked to higher opioid overdose deaths for years.