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RPC at London International Disputes Week 2026

03 Jun 2026

We are delighted to once again be centrally involved in London International Disputes week this year, taking part in a number of member-hosted events for 2026. With partner Jonathan Cary a co-chair of LIDW, we are proud to be at the heart of this important annual event.

Health & Safety bulletin – May 2026

Published on 26 May 2026. By Gavin Reese, Partner, Head of Regulatory and Mamata Dutta, Partner and Fiona Hahlo, Partner and Rashna Vaswani, Associate

Welcome to our May 2026 Health & Safety bulletin, keeping you updated with a round-up of the latest fines, sentences, and environmental news.

Is insurance failing in its social mission? (with Danilo Raponi)

Published on 26 May 2026.

In this episode Peter is joined by Danilo Raponi, Group Head of Innvoation at Generali, and they answer the question 'is insurance failing in its social mission?'.

The Week That Was - 22 May 2026

Published on 22 May 2026. By Alan Stone, Partner and Ben Goodier, Partner and Tom Green, Partner and Katharine Cusack, Partner and Zoe Eastell, Partner and Felicity Strong, Partner and Peter Mansfield, Partner and Arash Rajai, Partner and Cecilia Everett, Partner and Sarah O'Callaghan, Senior Associate

Welcome to the week that was on 22 May 2026, a round-up of key events in the construction sector over the last seven days.

Money Covered: The Week That Was – 22 May 2026

Published on 22 May 2026. By Rachael Healey, Partner and David Allinson, Partner and George Smith, Partner and Kirstie Pike, Partner and Kate Hill, Partner

Welcome to The Week That Was on 22 May 2026, a round-up of key events in the financial services sector over the last seven days.

Expansion of corporate criminal liability for all crimes committed by senior managers

Published on 21 May 2026. By Adam Craggs, Partner and Head of Tax, Investigations and Financial Crime and Thomas Jenkins, Of Counsel

The Crime and Policing Act 2026, has reformed the legal test for establishing corporate criminal liability. The new test will make it easier for prosecuting agencies to establish the criminal liability of companies and other businesses for the acts of their senior managers for all criminal offences in England & Wales.

Sports Ticker #152 - Europe's first purpose-built women's stadium and Matchroom Sports £1 billion valuation

Published on 20 May 2026. By Joshua Charalambous, Partner and Samuel Coppard, Senior Associate and Ellie Chakarto, Senior Associate and Joseph Akwaboa, Senior Associate and Simon Williams, Associate and Sam Hall, Trainee Solicitor

In a fortnight that saw Southampton FC be expelled from the Championship play-off final (as of the time of writing) for reports of spying on opposition training, Manchester City Women lift their first league title in 10 years, and Arsenal FC secure their first Premier League title in 22 years, we bring you news of Europe’s first purpose-built women’s stadium and Matchroom Sports’ £1 billion valuation.

Unlawful means conspiracy and directors’ duties: High Court clarifies scope in Lux Films v Fowler

Published on 20 May 2026. By Kirtan Prasad, Partner and Alexandra Prato, Associate and Christopher Wheatley , Knowledge Lawyer

In the recent case of Lux Films Ltd v Fowler & Andrew Fowler Media Ltd [2026] EWHC 963 (KB), the High Court found in favour of a small media production company whose shareholder and director had secretly diverted clients, confidential information and business opportunities to his own competing venture whilst remaining employed and in office.

RPC's litigation expertise recognised in Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific 2026 guide

Published on 18 May 2026. By Jonathan Crompton, Partner and Andrea Randall, Partner and Navin Joseph Lobo, Managing Partner, Asia and Yuankai Lin, Partner and Ankit Goyal, Partner, Head of India Desk and Nick Lauw, Partner

International law firm RPC and six of its Partners in Asia have proudly been ranked in the Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific, a guide highlighting the region's leading litigation firms and lawyers.

Corporate tax update - May 2026

Published on 18 May 2026. By Ben Roberts, Partner and Julia Szerer, Associate (Qualified in Belgium)

Welcome to the latest edition of our Corporate Tax Update, written by members of RPC's tax team. In this update we look at recent consultations on the uncertain tax treatment regime and corporate re-domiciliation, as well as recent tax changes to the Construction Industry Scheme, tax rules applicable to so-called 'umbrella' companies and EMI share option scheme rules. We also cover recent decisions on multiple / single supplies for VAT purposes and on tax treatment of contributions to an EBT.

Take 10 - 15 May 2026

Published on 15 May 2026. By Keith Mathieson, Partner and Rupert Cowper-Coles , Partner and Alex Wilson, Partner and Samantha Thompson, Senior Associate and Mafruhdha Miah, Senior Associate and Alex Littlewood, Senior Associate (Barrister) and Thomas Otter , Senior Associate and Alex Pollock, Associate and Megan Grew, Associate and Niamh Greene, Associate and Lydia Robinson, Associate and Lydia Kelly, Trainee Solicitor and Cai Pugh, Solicitor Apprentice

Welcome back to RPC's Media and Communications law update on 15 May 2026, where we recap on the key media judgments and developments over the last few months.

Plane parts, phoney emails and a payment to fraudsters; but who caused the loss?

Published on 15 May 2026. By Daniel Hemming, Partner and Simon Hart, Senior Partner and Jake Hardy, Partner and Rosy Gibson, Senior Associate and Christopher Wheatley , Knowledge Lawyer

In Logix Aero Ireland Limited v Siam Aero Repair Company Limited [2026] EWCA Civ 510 the Court of Appeal upheld a first instance decision that fraudsters' intervention in an email exchange that diverted payment for plane parts to their own account was sufficient to break the chain of causation.

Money Covered: The Week That Was – 15 May 2026

Published on 15 May 2026. By Rachael Healey, Partner and David Allinson, Partner and George Smith, Partner and Kirstie Pike, Partner and Kate Hill, Partner

Welcome to The Week That Was on 15 May 2026, a round-up of key events in the financial services sector over the last seven days.

The Week That Was - 15 May 2026

Published on 15 May 2026. By Alan Stone, Partner and Ben Goodier, Partner and Tom Green, Partner and Katharine Cusack, Partner and Zoe Eastell, Partner and Felicity Strong, Partner and Peter Mansfield, Partner and Arash Rajai, Partner and Cecilia Everett, Partner and Sarah O'Callaghan, Senior Associate

Welcome to the week that was on 15 May 2026, a round-up of key events in the construction sector over the last seven days.

Money Covered: May 2026 – An update on the vehicle finance redress scheme

Published on 14 May 2026.

In this episode, Mel is once again joined by David Allinson to discuss the FCA’s proposed section 404 consumer redress scheme for vehicle finance, now the FCA has confirmed they will be going ahead with the scheme.

A look at financial institutions insurance (with Ben Phillips)

Published on 14 May 2026.

In this episode, Peter is joined by Ben Phillips of Euclid Financial & Professional risks, who shares his expertise on insurance for financial institutions, covering a broad spectrum of topics including FI insurance types, hot topics like private credit and vehicle finance scandals, and future trends in the industry.

The Work Couch: Addiction in the legal sector (Part 2): Allyship and supporting people in recovery, with Steve McCann, Becky Banks and Charlotte Reid

Published on 14 May 2026.

To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, we are devoting a two-part conversation to explore how substance use and other addictive coping behaviours can show up in high-pressure environments, including the legal sector - and what a more recovery-informed, psychologically safe culture looks like in practice. In part two, and building on this year's theme of action, we discuss how we can be effective allies and outline the practical actions employers, managers and colleagues can take to support people in and beyond recovery.

Managing HMRC scrutiny: When and how to utilise voluntary disclosures

Published on 14 May 2026. By Michelle Sloane, Partner and Daniel Williams, Associate

Making a voluntary disclosure to HMRC can be an effective step in resolving a tax issue whilst avoiding what can become time consuming litigation. This blog considers the advantages of making a voluntary disclosure to HMRC and the different routes available to taxpayers and their advisors.

The Work Couch: Addiction in the legal sector (Part 1): Shattering the stigma and shifting mindsets, with Steve McCann, Becky Banks and Charlotte Reid

Published on 13 May 2026.

Welcome to The Work Couch, the podcast where we discuss all things employment.

Sports Ticker #151 – Two-hour marathon barrier smashed and Britain’s biggest boxing clash finally announced - a speed read of commercial updates from the sports

Published on 12 May 2026. By Joshua Charalambous, Partner and Samuel Coppard, Senior Associate and Ellie Chakarto, Senior Associate and Joseph Akwaboa, Senior Associate and Simon Williams, Associate and Sam Hall, Trainee Solicitor

In a fortnight that saw York City FC draw against Rochdale AFC in dramatic fashion to win the National League, a world-record 59,000 people take part in the London Marathon, and the Women's Six Nations in full swing, we bring you news of the robot rivalling the world's best table tennis players and the first sub two-hour marathon time in race conditions.

Selecting seat, venue and institution in arbitration

Published on 12 May 2026. By Ankit Goyal, Partner, Head of India Desk

The devil is in the details when deciding judicial home and clauses – especially amid convergence of India-Singapore arbitration

RPC advises Dotlines Global on £55.7m reverse takeover and admission to AIM

Published on 12 May 2026.

International law firm RPC advised Dotlines Global Limited (previously named Ikigai Ventures Limited) on its successful acquisition of Dotlines Group and Audra Solutions Limited, and its admission to the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange.

RPC once again wins Legal Team of the Year at the Women's Football Awards 2026

Published on 08 May 2026. By Joshua Charalambous, Partner

International law firm RPC has been named Legal Team of the Year for the second year running at the Women’s Football Awards 2026.

The Week That Was - 8 May 2026

Published on 08 May 2026. By Alan Stone, Partner and Ben Goodier, Partner and Tom Green, Partner and Katharine Cusack, Partner and Zoe Eastell, Partner and Felicity Strong, Partner and Peter Mansfield, Partner and Arash Rajai, Partner and Cecilia Everett, Partner and Sarah O'Callaghan, Senior Associate

Welcome to the week that was, a round-up of key events in the construction sector over the last seven days.

Money Covered: The Week That Was – 8 May 2026

Published on 08 May 2026. By Rachael Healey, Partner and David Allinson, Partner and George Smith, Partner and Kirstie Pike, Partner and Kate Hill, Partner

Welcome to The Week That Was on 8 May 2026, a round-up of key events in the financial services sector over the last seven days.

ML Covered - May 2026

Published on 07 May 2026. By Rachael Healey, Partner and Matthew Watson, Partner and Zoe Melegari, Senior Associate and Andrew Oberholzer, Partner and Charlotte Bray, Associate

We are pleased to share our May 2026 instalment of ML Covered, our monthly round-up of key events relevant to those dealing with Management Liability Policies covering D&O, EPL and PTL-type risks.

Tax Tribunal considers scope of 'transactions in securities' anti-avoidance rules

Published on 07 May 2026. By Daniel Williams, Associate

In Oscroft and others v HMRC [2026] UKFTT 251 (TC), the Tax Tribunal held that distributable reserves of a wholly-owned subsidiary should be considered when calculating "relevant consideration" in the context of section 685(2), Income Tax Act 2007.

Tax Bites - May 2026

Published on 06 May 2026. By Adam Craggs, Partner and Head of Tax, Investigations and Financial Crime and Daniel Williams, Associate

Welcome to our May 2026 edition of RPC's Tax Bites – providing monthly bite-sized updates from the tax world.

Welcome clarification on the scope of legal advice privilege: Aabar Holdings S.À.R.L and Others v Glencore Plc and Others [2026] EWHC 877

Published on 05 May 2026. By Jonathan Cary, Partner and Jessica Davies, Senior Associate and Jake Hardy, Partner and Simon Hart, Senior Partner and Charlotte Henschen (née Ducker), Partner, Professional Practices Sector Lead and Tom Hibbert, Partner and Tim Potts, Of Counsel and Chris Ross, Partner and Christopher Wheatley , Knowledge Lawyer

Product bulletin: April 2026

Published on 05 May 2026. By Gavin Reese, Partner, Head of Regulatory and Fiona Hahlo, Partner and Mamata Dutta, Partner and Elinor Sidwell, Associate and Andrew Martin, Senior Associate and Sally Lord, Knowledge Counsel – Insurance and Litigation

This product law bulletin covers the new terms of reference for UK product liability reform project, the Li-ion battery fire risk continuing with warehouses at increased risk, updating old laws on electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters, and much more.

RPC promotes 10 Partners and four Of Counsel

Published on 05 May 2026. By Kirtan Prasad, Partner and Will Carter, Partner and Oliver Bulleid, Partner and Chris Brewin, Partner and Ellen Ryan, Partner and Tom Lloyd , Partner and James Ainsworth, Partner and Andrew Oberholzer, Partner and Tom Wild, Partner and William Jones, Partner and Tim Potts, Of Counsel and Jo Makin, Of Counsel and Susan Periselneris, Of Counsel and Melanie Eales, Of Counsel

International law firm RPC has promoted 10 new Partners and four Of Counsel, marking one of its largest promotions rounds in recent years.

RPC enhances its Asia insurance offering as Sumyutha Sivamani joins as Partner

Published on 04 May 2026. By Carmel Green, Partner and Jonathan Crompton, Partner

International law firm RPC appoints Sumyutha Sivamani as a Partner in its Singapore office – where it operates joint law venture RPC Premier Law – further strengthening its insurance capability across the region and accelerating the expansion of its cyber and data practice.

RPC strengthens market-leading international Insurance practice as high-profile Partner Tom Mungovan joins in London

Published on 01 May 2026. By Simon Laird, Partner, Insurance Sector Lead and James Wickes, Partner

International law firm RPC has appointed Tom Mungovan, a recognised specialist in financial lines and D&O, as a Partner in its London office, further enhancing the firm's global insurance offering.

Take 10 - 1 May 2026

Published on 01 May 2026. By Keith Mathieson, Partner and Rupert Cowper-Coles , Partner and Alex Wilson, Partner and Samantha Thompson, Senior Associate and Mafruhdha Miah, Senior Associate and Alex Littlewood, Senior Associate (Barrister) and Thomas Otter , Senior Associate and Alex Pollock, Associate and Megan Grew, Associate and Niamh Greene, Associate and Lydia Robinson, Associate and Lydia Kelly, Trainee Solicitor and Cai Pugh, Solicitor Apprentice

Welcome back to RPC's Media and Communications law update on 1 May 2026, where we recap on the key media judgments and developments over the last few months.

Money Covered: The Week That Was – 1 May 2026

Published on 01 May 2026. By Rachael Healey, Partner and David Allinson, Partner and George Smith, Partner and Kirstie Pike, Partner and Kate Hill, Partner

Welcome to The Week That Was on 1 May 2026, a round-up of key events in the financial services sector over the last seven days.

Cyber_Bytes - Issue 80

Published on 01 May 2026. By Richard Breavington, Partner and Daniel Guilfoyle, Partner and Rachel Ford, Partner and Ian Dinning, Senior Associate and Christopher Ashton, Senior Associate and Elizabeth Zang, Associate and Emanuele Santella , Associate and Lauren Kerr, Associate

Welcome to Issue 80 of Cyber_Bytes, our regular round-up of key developments in cyber, tech and evolving risks.

Sports Ticker #150 – Marie-Louise Eta makes history and JPMorgan closes in on Olympic partnership - a speed read of commercial updates from the sports world

Published on 30 Apr 2026. By Joshua Charalambous, Partner and Samuel Coppard, Senior Associate and Ellie Chakarto, Senior Associate and Joseph Akwaboa, Senior Associate and Simon Williams, Associate and Sam Hall, Trainee Solicitor

In a fortnight that saw I Am Maximus become the first horse to regain the Grand National since Red Rum in 1977, Rory McIlroy successfully defend his Masters title, and the Italy team fail to qualify for the FIFA Men’s World Cup for the third consecutive time, we bring you news of the first female head coach of a men's team in Europe’s top five football leagues, and the teenager who could be coming for Usain Bolt’s sprinting records.

The current impact of AI on cyber incidents for everyday businesses

Published on 30 Apr 2026. By Richard Breavington, Partner and Ian Dinning, Senior Associate

The current impact of AI on cyber incidents for everyday businesses

Tribunal bars HMRC from further participation in appeal due to procedural failings

Published on 30 Apr 2026. By Jasprit Singh, Senior Associate

In Carbon Six Engineering Ltd v HMRC [2026] UKFTT 00177 (TC), the FTT upheld a direction, issued under Rule 8(5) of the Tribunal Rules, barring HMRC from further participation in the proceedings and allowed the taxpayer's appeal.

The Drop by RPC

Published on 29 Apr 2026. By Ciara Cullen, Partner, Consumer Brands & Retail Sector Lead

We’re aware of our clients’ focus on what the future holds for consumer brands and retailers amid sweeping reforms and ever-evolving regulation.

VAT update April 2026

Published on 29 Apr 2026. By Adam Craggs, Partner and Head of Tax, Investigations and Financial Crime and Jasprit Singh, Senior Associate

Welcome to the April 2026 edition of RPC's VAT update, your monthly source for news and insightful analysis from the world of VAT.

What are the biggest challenges facing consumer brands and retailers in 2026?

Published on 29 Apr 2026. By Ciara Cullen, Partner, Consumer Brands & Retail Sector Lead

RPC’s new Consumer Brands & Retail horizon scanner, The Drop by RPC, explores what lies ahead for the sector over the next 12 months – from costly new packaging regimes to increased tax scrutiny and litigation risk.

The Work Couch: AI in the employment lifecycle (Part 1): Recruitment and data protection, with Patrick Brodie and Jon Bartley

Published on 29 Apr 2026.

In part one of our mini-series on AI in the employment lifecycle, we're discussing the use of artificial intelligence in recruitment.

Lawyers Covered - April 2026

Published on 27 Apr 2026. By Rachael Healey, Partner and Carmel Green, Partner and Sophie Hannaway , Senior Associate and Lauren Paterson, Associate and Georgia Durham, Associate and Charlotte Thompson, Associate and Alice Tittensor, Senior Associate and Sally Lord, Knowledge Counsel – Insurance and Litigation and Aimee Talbot, Knowledge Lawyer

It can be tough for busy lawyers to find enough time to service clients, make it safely through the regulation obstacle course, win new work and keep up-to-date with developments, but we've got you covered! Welcome to our April 2026 edition of our Lawyers Liability & Regulatory Update, in which we highlight the last month's key developments affecting lawyers and the professional risks they face.

The Week That Was - 24 April 2026

Published on 24 Apr 2026. By Alan Stone, Partner and Ben Goodier, Partner and Tom Green, Partner and Katharine Cusack, Partner and Zoe Eastell, Partner and Felicity Strong, Partner and Peter Mansfield, Partner and Arash Rajai, Partner and Cecilia Everett, Partner and Sarah O'Callaghan, Senior Associate

Welcome to the week that was, a round-up of key events in the construction sector over the last seven days.

Money Covered: The Week That Was – 24 April 2026

Published on 24 Apr 2026. By Rachael Healey, Partner and David Allinson, Partner and George Smith, Partner and Kirstie Pike, Partner and Kate Hill, Partner

Welcome to The Week That Was on 24 April 2026, a round-up of key events in the financial services sector over the last seven days.

PLC QTRLY - Q1 2026

Published on 24 Apr 2026. By Connor Cahalane, Partner and James Channo, Partner and Karen Hendy, Partner, Head of Corporate & Commercial

This is our Q1 2026 quarterly update to help our listed company clients and other market participants keep up to date with key developments relevant to issuers on the Main Market and AIM market of the London Stock Exchange.

Oscars 2026: s173 Companies Act and The Big Short

Published on 23 Apr 2026. By Matthew Watson, Partner and Aimee Talbot, Knowledge Lawyer

In celebration of the 98th Academy Awards and the 20-year anniversary of the Companies Act 2006 (CA), we continue our series of examining directors' duties through the lens of an Oscar-winning film. This week, with the benefit of some creative licence, we consider how the duty to exercise independent judgment is explained through The Big Short: the 2015 film about the genesis of the 2008 financial crisis that won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.

Manifest error in expert determinations: Court of Appeal reaffirms high bar in WH Holding v London Stadium

Published on 23 Apr 2026. By Michael Miles, Associate and Jonathan Cary, Partner

Overturning a judgment of the Commercial Court, the Court of Appeal in WH Holding Ltd v London Stadium LLP (formerly E20 Stadium LLP) [2026] EWCA Civ 153 rejected a claim to set aside a contractually appointed expert’s determination, even where the Court may have ultimately disagreed with the expert's interpretation of the contract. The decision reiterates the high bar for challenging expert determinations on the grounds of "manifest error".

Cladding, service charges and “relevant defects”: Court of Appeal to clarify BSA framework

Published on 23 Apr 2026. By Katharine Cusack, Partner and Aimee Talbot, Knowledge Lawyer

In September 2025, the Upper Tribunal (UT) handed down the controversial judgment in Almacantar Centre Point Nominee No.1 Ltd & Anor v Penelope de Valk & Ors [2025] UKUT 298 (LC), which dealt for the first time with the interpretation of important leaseholder protections under the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA). The appeal has now been listed for 15 October 2026 before an as yet unconfirmed 3 judge panel in the Court of Appeal.