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What are the 8 key legal changes ahead for retailers in 2023?

Published on 27 April 2023

RPC's Retail Compass explores impact of regulatory reforms, rising ESG concerns and fast-evolving AI technology in difficult economic conditions.

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RPC launches interactive Dawn Raid app with live 24/7 assistance

Published on 18 April 2023

RPC Raid Response is a one-stop toolkit which enables you to navigate a raid by a regulator in real time

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New course opens opportunities to return to law as an in-house lawyer

Published on 17 April 2023

The Centre for Legal Leadership has partnered with the Reignite Academy to run a one-day course to provide opportunities for “career break” lawyers to relaunch in an in-house (commercial) lawyer role.

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Number of retail M&A deals increases 30% since before the pandemic – 34 deals in 2022

Published on 17 April 2023

Takeovers of distressed retailers comprised just under a quarter of all deals in 2022

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RPC advises Susie Ma in Tropic Skincare 50% buyout from Lord Sugar

Published on 06 April 2023

International law firm RPC has advised the founder of Tropic Skincare (Tropic), Susie Ma, after her decision to buyout investor, Lord Sugar, and return sole ownership to her for an undisclosed sum.

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RPC hires Dr Matthew Jones as Partner to join its award-winning IP and technology practice

Published on 03 April 2023

RPC hires Dr Matthew Jones as Partner to join its award-winning IP and technology practice

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RPC reacts to UK Government White Paper on AI

Published on 30 March 2023

RPC reacts to UK Government White Paper on AI

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RPC advises senior management of Learnlight on investment by Synova

Published on 30 March 2023

International law firm RPC has advised the senior management of Learnlight, an EdTech platform with operations across Europe, North America and Mexico, on the recent investment in Learnlight by Synova.

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Gary Lineker HMRC decision 'illustrates complexities' of IR35 and employment tax

Published on 29 March 2023

International law firm RPC says a successful HMRC appeal against the decision is 'unlikely'

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900k square metres added to UK distribution warehouse space in past year

Published on 27 March 2023

126 full size football pitches worth of distribution warehouse space gained in the last year

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RPC advises Markel on £200m UK motor LPT transaction with Marco Capital

Published on 24 March 2023

The LPT transaction involves UK motor insurance claims, providing cover of up to £200m in claims reserves This deal is the twelfth in a recent series of significant legacy market transactions handled by RPC, and the sixth in 2023

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NHS delays for eye patients 'may be open to greater scrutiny'

Published on 22 March 2023

International law firm RPC warns there could be a rise in claims over delays for non-surgical treatment 'given the relative ease in which it could have been provided'

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What are the BIGGEST challenges facing insurers right now? Global Access Week has the answers…

Published on 28 February 2023

International law firm RPC will host London seminar series with global partners from 7 to 9 March

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Deals targeting European football teams more than double in value to £6.9bn in the past year

Published on 23 February 2023

Total number of deals increased 65% between 2021 and 2022 Growth of sports holding companies helps fuel increase in English football club deals

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RPC advises MS Amlin on £1.2bn 'split' RITC and LPT transactions

Published on 17 February 2023

The transaction has been described as the largest ever third-party Reinsurance-to-Close (RITC) transaction in Lloyd's This deal is the eleventh in a recent series of significant legacy market transactions handled by RPC, and the fifth in 2023

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RPC hires financial crime consultant to bolster growing White Collar Crime team

Published on 10 February 2023

RPC has hired financial crime consultant Ben Cooper to bolster the international law firm's White Collar Crime team in London. Ben started on 1 February 2023.

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Hermès victory over MetaBirkin reminds creators they need to be 'mindful of using other people's content'

Published on 09 February 2023

International law firm RPC says decision should not be seen as an impingement on artists, but rather a reminder that intellectual property laws apply even in the metaverse

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RPC 'fully committed to opening doors' as firm marks fifth anniversary of apprenticeship scheme

Published on 06 February 2023

RPC is celebrating the "wonderful contribution" of apprentices five years after the international law firm first launched its apprenticeship programme.

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Pension reforms 'put onus on trustees, providers and employers to show value for money'

Published on 01 February 2023

International law firm RPC says Government consultation is 'welcome' step towards ensuring pensions industry is providing the best outcomes for customers

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Equality Act recognises there is no comparable situation to pregnancy discrimination…so why is menopause treated differently?

Published on 26 January 2023

International law firm RPC says there is 'innate inconsistency' in saying law already protects against menopause discrimination, while arguing proposed change would create new legal risks

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FTX's missing millions highlights urgent need for 'proper security and protection' against hackers

Published on 20 January 2023

International law firm RPC says news of $415million worth of stolen crypto 'comes as a further blow' to customers

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FTX's $415m stolen crypto shows 'authorities risk creating an Aladdin's Cave for criminals every time they freeze or seize assets'

Published on 19 January 2023

International law firm RPC urges rethink over proposed UK crypto seizure powers

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RPC expands real estate practice with the hire of Partner, Jon Ely

Published on 17 January 2023

International law firm RPC announced today that commercial property lawyer Jon Ely has joined the firm in Bristol as a Partner in the real estate practice.

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RPC appoints its first independent non-executive director

Published on 12 January 2023

International law firm RPC has announced the appointment of Béatrice Butsana-Sita as its first independent non-executive director (INED). Her appointment will take effect from today.

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What are the 8 key concerns insurers will face in 2023?

Published on 12 January 2023

Annual Insurance Review from international law firm RPC identifies ESG risks, climate change and cyber-attacks as top challenges.

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RPC advises senior management of AgriBriefing on acquisition by Mintec

Published on 11 January 2023

International law firm RPC is advising the senior management of AgriBriefing on its announced acquisition by Mintec, a leading global provider of price data, analytics, and forecasts for agri-food, to create a market leading Price Reporting Agency (PRA) and Data Provider.

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UK’s biggest banks facing 109 class action lawsuits

Published on 09 January 2023

41 outstanding cases relate to interest rate manipulation; 18 concern terrorist financing Litigation funders attracted by prospect of significant payouts

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Number of fines issued by the FCA more than doubled in 2022

Published on 04 January 2023

The FCA issued 26 fines in 2022, compared to just 10 in 2021 The FCA is sending a clear message: misconduct will not be tolerated

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Value of fines issued by ICO increases threefold in a year – from £4.8m to £15m

Published on 19 December 2022

Fines relating to data breaches account for a third of the overall value The largest fine issued was £7.5m

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Edinburgh Reforms are 'a positive step in the right direction'

Published on 14 December 2022

International law firm RPC says reforms will bring innovation and increased accessibility of consumer credit products

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UK Government’s plans to raise as much as £200m a year from seizing crypto assets at risk without proper investment

Published on 07 December 2022

Plans by the UK Government to seize as much as £200m a year in crypto assets* will be difficult to implement without significant investment in resources to pursue such seizures, says international law firm RPC.

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Legal claims against banks expected following collapse in Sterling

Published on 06 December 2022

Legal disputes between banks and their business customers are expected following the collapse in the value of sterling against the U.S. Dollar and the volatility of other currencies, says international law firm RPC.

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Employers 'need to be proactive in understanding menopause'

Published on 23 November 2022

International law firm RPC warns upward trend of employment tribunal cases where companies were found at fault over issue

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Amount seized in forfeiture orders jumps 77% to £191m in past year

Published on 21 November 2022

The amount of money seized by UK law enforcement agencies, including His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) and the National Crime Agency (NCA), has jumped 77% from £108m to £191m in the last year*, says international law firm RPC.

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Negligence claims 'likely to increase' over Covid delays to cancer care

Published on 21 November 2022

International law firm RPC warns patients who have had to wait for cancer referrals and treatment could seek compensation

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Autumn Statement comes as 'welcome relief' for LDI market

Published on 17 November 2022

International law firm RPC says there has been no 'doom loop' in market stability or movement in gilt yields

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HMRC must tackle tax credit fraud with 'robust measures to weed out abuse'

Published on 03 November 2022

International law firm RPC warns 'huge scale' of erroneous claims could put off or delay those entitled to R&D relief

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RPC advises Milk on acquisition of Lola Post Production

Published on 03 November 2022

International law firm RPC has advised Award-winning London-based VFX studio Milk on its acquisition of independent, BAFTA Award-winning VFX studio Lola Post Production, as part of wider plans to expand in this rapidly growing sector.

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RPC hires Helen Armstrong to grow its award-winning Technology practice

Published on 31 October 2022

RPC continues its investment in its Tech Disputes offering to support the firm's rapid growth within the technology sector. Armstrong is RPC's 20th new Partner in 2022; mix of lateral hires and internal promotions.

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Statement on Glencore criminal compensation ruling

Published on 26 October 2022

International law firm RPC seeks compensation for bribery victim Nigeria

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FCA's intervention on green claims is 'welcome step forward'

Published on 26 October 2022

International law firm RPC says there are concerns due to lack of regulation of ESG credentials in investment products

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RPC named as first official corporate partner of UOCEAN® 2050

Published on 26 October 2022

International law firm RPC has become the first company awarded official partnership status with UOCEAN® 2050, an environmental mission led by UK-based conservation charity The Vayyu Foundation.

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RPC scores top rankings in Chambers UK 2023

Published on 20 October 2022

RPC has achieved top ranking in nine practice areas in Chambers UK 2023.

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Number of arrests for Covid fraud made by HMRC surges almost 200%

Published on 14 October 2022

HMRC is facing increasing pressure to identify and prosecute fraudsters People who know they have wrongfully applied for Covid support are running out of time to contact HMRC

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RPC signs up to UK Legal Apprenticeship Pledge

Published on 12 October 2022

International law firm signs commitment to recognising apprenticeships as an equal pathway into law

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The Metaverse, green claims and data privacy – what critical issues lie ahead for retailers and consumer brands in Autumn 2022?

Published on 12 October 2022

International law firm RPC launches the latest edition of Retail Compass

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Value of investments into European sport increases 433% to £9.6bn in past year

Published on 07 October 2022

• Total number of deals has increased 28% to 37 in past 12 months • Four £1bn+ deals in the last year, including sales of Chelsea and AC Milan • Women’s football and boxing seen as areas of growth

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Are pension fund trustees at risk of legal action following UK gilts’ meltdown?

Published on 07 October 2022

Are pension fund trustees conducting liability-driven investing at risk of legal action following the volatility in the UK gilt market?

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Six-cess! RPC recognised as top-tier firm across six areas in The Legal 500 UK 2023

Published on 29 September 2022

The 2023 edition of the Legal 500 UK rankings has been released and we are delighted with the latest results.

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RPC named Insurance Law Firm of the Year at ALB Hong Kong Law Awards

Published on 26 September 2022

Accolade comes as international law firm celebrates 10th anniversary in Asia

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