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The UK's New Data Rules Are Now Fully in Force. What Businesses Need to Change
The UK Data Use and Access Act is now fully in force. Here is what the new rules mean for data, complaints, marketing and AI.
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UK business regulation, written for people who have to comply with it: Companies House reform, the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act, and the sectoral regulators now carrying Britain's AI rules. Regulation coverage carries a visible last-updated date because the rules move.
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EU AI Act's High-Risk Rules Take Effect: What August 2026 Enforcement Means for UK Firms
Full enforcement of the EU AI Act's high-risk provisions began this month. Here's what UK businesses serving EU clients now need to have in place.
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The UK's Digital Markets Act Equivalent: What the DMCC Act Means for Big Tech
The CMA has already designated Apple and Google under the DMCC Act and imposed its first conduct requirements. Here's what the Act does — and what it means for smaller UK businesses too.
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Companies House Reform: The New Verification Rules Every UK Founder Needs to Know
Every UK director and PSC now has to verify their identity with Companies House. Here's the timeline, the process, and what happens if you miss it.
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UK Government's AI Regulation Roadmap: What It Means for Business
The UK still has no AI Act. Here's what the sector-by-sector approach actually requires of businesses using AI in 2026.
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The Employment Rights Act Is About to Change How UK Companies Manage Hiring
The Employment Rights Act rollout is accelerating. UK employers now need to prepare for six-month unfair dismissal rights and further 2027 reforms.
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AWS, Google, Microsoft and Oracle Face New UK Financial Oversight
AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft and Oracle will face direct UK financial-sector oversight under the critical third party regime.
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UK Regulators Are Being Told to Cut the Cost of Compliance
The UK has updated its Regulation Action Plan, putting pressure on regulators to reduce compliance costs while preserving core protections.
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CMA Turns Up Pressure on Microsoft's UK Software Ecosystem
The CMA is examining whether Microsoft's business software ecosystem limits switching and competition for UK customers.