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ESG reporting, tech and digital innovation, planning changes and employment rights dominate what has been a very busy few weeks in terms of legal and regulatory developments. But they’re by no means the only issues topping the legal agenda. In our first Legal Horizon of 2026, we highlight some of the key updates and cases impacting businesses today.

For UK food businesses like yours, the UK–EU re‑set is not a theoretical policy exercise – it’s a strategic shift that will redefine your market access, compliance planning, and operational investment. If you understand the direction of travel now, you’ll be best placed to protect continuity and seize competitive advantage.

Amid geopolitical instability and ambitious plans to reform to the government’s defence industrial strategy, we can help manufacturers navigate domestic pressures posing material risks to programme delivery and strategic readiness.

Clear payment terms are essential to cashflow and risk management in construction projects. If your contracts fail to comply with the Construction Act, the Scheme will step in – often creating uncertainty rather than clarity. Getting the drafting right from the outset is the simplest way for you to avoid costly disputes later.

The emphasis on robust governance and risk management underlines the critical role heat networks play in decarbonisation. This is your opportunity to future-proof operations and demonstrate best practice in an increasingly important sector.

As we look ahead to 2026, HR Directors, General Counsel, and business leaders face a rapidly evolving employment law landscape. From significant legislative reforms to the rise of new technologies and an increased focus on workforce wellbeing, this year will bring challenges and opportunities.

Counterfeiting has become a global, organised industry worth billions, and it’s evolving faster than ever. The biggest lesson from 2025 is that brands who acted early using authentication tech, customs partnerships, and consumer education were the ones who protected their reputation and revenue. If you’re not planning ahead, you’re leaving the door wide open for counterfeiters.

In this article, we consider which projects will receive Gate 2 offers, the opportunities in the next Gated Application window, and next steps when you receive a Gate 1 and/or Gate 2 offer.

The UK is seeing an increased use of microgrids, smart grids and private wire networks as valuable alternatives to transmission or distribution network grid connections. If you’re a developer looking to connect a technology, you need to understand the differences between these schemes and the key considerations for your projects.

If your workforce includes sponsored or non-sponsored migrant workers, now is the time to prepare. In this article, we share proactive steps to help you stay ahead – from supporting your employees through the transition to reviewing budgets for rising sponsorship costs.

This article highlights the following ways in which a strong IP strategy can drive business growth from the start of the product development process right through to launch and beyond

By updating your sourcing and procurement processes now, you can avoid costly penalties and safeguard your brand reputation when the regulation takes effect.