up Contestability of the UK Railway Market An update on the Hansford Review By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2017-10-13 What is the Hansford Review and what is its purpose? Professor Peter Hansford was commissioned by the Board of Network Rail to chair an independent review of “contestability” in the UK Rail Market, with the intent of “encouraging t... Full Article
up Update: Draft EU Implementing Regulation on access to service facilities and use of rail-related services By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2017-11-28 Executive Summary The European Commission has consulted on an implementing regulation which will provide additional detail for procedures and criteria to be followed by service facility operators in order to satisfy their obligations under Directive... Full Article
up Update: The Competition and Markets Authoritys consultation on proposed guidance for the evaluation of competition issues in passenger rail franchise awards By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2018-02-01 Background The Competition and Markets Authority (“CMA”) has recently published draft guidance on its approach to assessing rail franchise awards under its merger control powers (the “Draft Guidance”)1. The guidance has been ... Full Article
up Highways England starts its market and supply chain engagement for two major transport projects under the new PF2 approach By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2018-03-07 Highways England are moving forward with the A303 Stonehenge project (A303) and the Lower Thames crossing (LTC) and will be starting their market and supply chain engagement in March 2018. These projects are two of the largest in Highway England's R... Full Article
up Airlines Face Turbulence Over Compensation Payments Following Supreme Court Decision By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2018-04-03 Intro / Summary The Supreme Court has refused to grant Emirates permission to appeal the Court of Appeal’s decision in the joint case of Gahan v Emirates and Buckley and ors v Emirates meaning the Court of Appeal’s decision to award comp... Full Article
up ORR publishes an update letter on the variable usage charge and infrastructure cost charges By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2018-05-04 Background Periodic reviews are one of the principal mechanisms by which the Office of Rail and Road (“ORR”) holds Network Rail to account, and secures value for money for users and funders of the railway. The ORR’s periodic review... Full Article
up Rail Network Enhancements Pipeline Update (Autumn 2019) - Government provides update on rail enhancement projects seeking DfT funding By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2019-12-03 Background On 16 October 2019 the Department for Transport (“DfT”) issued its “Rail Network Enhancements Pipeline Update” for Autumn 2019 (the “Enhancements Pipeline Update”). A copy of the Enhancements Pipeline U... Full Article
up Shining a light on what necessity means for GDPR & tightening up contract as a lawful processing ground in the context of online services By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2019-04-30 The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has published a set of guidelines (in draft) for public consultation. These will be absolutely key to providers of online services, such as social media, e-commerce, internet search engines, communication an... Full Article
up ICO updates guidance on timescales for responding to individuals rights: Date of receipt is day one By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2019-08-16 What you need to know UK regulatory guidance has been updated to the effect that the timescale for responding to individuals’ requests (including subject access requests) is one calendar month from the day of receipt of the ... Full Article
up ICO updates guidance on manifestly unfounded and excessive in the context of responding to individuals rights By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2019-08-30 What you need to know UK regulatory guidance has been updated to explain what ‘manifestly unfounded’ and ‘excessive’ means in relation to the individual rights of data subjects under GDPR. This includes but is not limited to ... Full Article
up Speed read: Useful November 2019 guidelines on controller, processor and joint controllership concepts from the European Data Protection Supervisor By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2019-12-06 Summary On 7 November 2019 the EDPS issued guidance on how to determine who is a controller, processor and joint controller. The EDPS is an independent supervisory authority whose primary objective is to ensure EU institutions and bodies respect the... Full Article
up Update: Advocate General advises that the validity of standard contractual clauses is not affected by complaints made in Schrems II By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2019-12-19 What do I need to know? On Thursday 19 December, Advocate General Saugmandsgaard Øe published his Opinion in Full Article
up Court of Appeal upholds CMA's online sales ban decision in the golf equipment sector By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2020-01-28 On 21 January 2020, the Court of Appeal (‘CoA’) upheld the Competition Appeal Tribunal (‘CAT’) judgment, finding that Ping Europe Ltd (‘Ping’) breached competition law by prohibiting its retailers from sell... Full Article
up The position of the right of pledge after bankruptcy on goods that are delivered subject to retention of title By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2017-01-19 On 3 June 2016, the Supreme Court ruled that a valid right of pledge can be established on goods that are delivered subject to retention of title (of ownership). If the buyer is declared bankrupt, the conditional ownership can become an uncondition... Full Article
up Regulating firms culture - The increasing focus by financial regulators internationally on supervising firms culture By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2017-05-18 Introduction Financial services firms’ corporate governance and risk cultures is a ‘hot’ topic with financial regulators globally. Regulators have noted that serious corporate governance and conduct failings of financial services f... Full Article
up Coronavirus - Judicial comment on temporary ban on Statutory Demands and Winding-up Petitions... and opportunism! - UK By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2020-05-04 In Re Saint Benedict's Land Trust ... Full Article
up Coronavirus- Global Update By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2020-03-19 As Covid-19 continues to disrupt the clean energy sector we want to do what we can to help you. Free Global Webinar We will be hosting a global webinar on 25 March 3pm (UK time) which will provide practical advice around many of the problems being f... Full Article
up Support around Covid-19 Challenges By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2020-04-07 Most of the questions we are receiving in the clean energy sector around Covid-19 relate to maintaining project continuity and the impact of Covid-19 on the work force, raising and defending Force Majeure and how best to approach discussions with f... Full Article
up Everest Re Group, Ltd. (RE) CEO Juan Andrade on Q1 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript By seekingalpha.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 04:51:09 -0400 Full Article RE SA Transcripts
up Kuwait- Covid-19 infections in Austria up by 60 to 15,735 By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:47 GMT (MENAFN - Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) KUWAIT, May 9 (KUNA) -- Sixty more people have tested positive for the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) in Austria, b... ...... Full Article
up Shramik train leaves Coimbatore for UP's Akbarpur By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:47 GMT (MENAFN - IANS) Chennai, May 9 (IANS) A Sharmik special train left for Akbarpur in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday evening from the Coimbatore railway s... ...... Full Article
up Costa Rican Support for Democracy Reaches Highest Level in 33 Years By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:47 GMT (MENAFN - Costa Rica News) Citizens closed ranks with democracy to battle the Coronavirus pandemic; the image of public institutions also improved i... ...... Full Article
up Outbreaks in Germany, S. Korea show the risks in easing up By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:50 GMT ROME (AP) — South Korea's capital closed down more than 2,100 bars and other... Full Article
up US governors aim to boost production of medical supplies By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:55 GMT JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) " Frustrated by scarce supplies and a chaotic... Full Article
up Coronavirus is added challenge for group homes: How they are dealing with pandemic By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:04 GMT Here is how staff and residents of group homes for people with disabilities are coping during COVID-19 in the Southern Tier of New York. ...... Full Article
up US governors aim to boost production of medical supplies By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:20 GMT By DAVID A. LIEB JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Frustrated by scarce supplies and a chaotic marketplace amid the coronavirus outbreak, some U.S. governors are seeking to bolster their home-state production of vital medical and protective equipment to ensure a reliable long-term source for state stockpiles. The efforts come as states have been competing against each other, the federal government, hospitals, emergency responders and even other countries to get items such as N95 masks, gloves, medical gowns and hand sanitizer — often paying higher-than-usual prices because of the high demand. Before the coronavirus pandemic, the U.S. got much of its medical supplies from China. But China limited... Full Article
up **UPDATE** Driver and Passenger Killed in Head-On Crash in Calcasieu Parish By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:21 GMT TROOP D NEWS RELEASE May 9, 2020 **UPDATE** Driver and Passenger Killed in Head-On Crash in Calcasieu Parish Sulphur, LA. - The deceased passenger is identified as 38-year-old Michael C. Vidrine of Eunice, LA. Original Release - On May 8, 2020, at approximately 4:15 p.m., Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop D responded to a two-vehicle, fatal crash on LA Hwy 27 on top of... Full Article
up Update on COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:21 GMT Watch Contra Costa Health Services May 7 press conference online. The video will be available on Contra Costa Television channels Comcast Cable 27, ATT/U-verse Channel 99, and WAVE Channel 32, daily at 8 am, 2 pm, and 8 pm. See Press Release: Contra Costa Offers Testing for All County Residents. Watch our County Health Officer, Dr. Chris Farnitano, talk about the new Health Order(PDF). See also videos related to topics, including indicators for progress, at Video Channel. May 7, 2020 - See : Bay Area Health Orders Remain in Effect. May 7, 2020 - See Health Services Press Release: Contra Costa Offers Testing for All County Residents. May 6, 2020 - See Health Services Press Release: Statement... Full Article
up Destiny 2’s Season Of The Worthy Has One Last Secret Trick Up Its Sleeve By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 14:35 GMT Destiny 2's Season of the Worthy has not been great, but now we're off the roadmap and it's secret season. And one is coming. ...... Full Article
up #BoisLockerRoom: Members threaten women who exposed the group chat, states plea submitted in India's Delhi High Court By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:23 GMT On May 9, a plea was submitted in India's Delhi High Court, for legal probe and arrest of those accused in the #BoisLockerRoom controversy that started earlier this week in the country. On May 3, leaked images from a private Instagram chat group went viral in India, drawing criticism for sharing nude images of underage girls. The petition says that members of the private Instagram group chat, 'Bois Locker Room', who belong to affluent families, have threatened to leak explicit photos and hack the accounts of the women who exposed the group chat, stirring up a social media storm across the country. The leaked screenshots had revealed that a group of teenage boys from... Full Article
up Key workers doing a super important job By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 14:53 GMT Ladies manager Gemma Donnelly has paid tribute to the NHS heroes currently tackling the Coronavirus outbreak - a number of which represent Rovers. The Rovers boss says she has nothing but admiration for those on the frontline fighting the virus, but was pleased to report that everyone in the group was remaining upbeat, despite the challenging circumstances. 'I'm getting on with some... Full Article
up Daily dashboard updates on COVID-19 - May 2020 By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 14:53 GMT Daily dashboard updates on COVID-19 - May 2020 Date published: 09 May 2020 Topics: DoH statistics and research... Full Article
up Second Group of Russian Servicemen Helping Italy to Fight Coronavirus Heading Back Home By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:01 GMT Moscow sent over a dozen military transport planes with equipment and specialists to Italy back in March to help the country in its efforts to stop the spread of the COVID-19 infection. ...... Full Article
up Italy has long been Europe's wild card. The coronavirus has upped the risk. By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 17:01 GMT Stars and Stripes is making stories on the coronavirus pandemic available free of charge. See other free reports here. Sign up for our daily coronavirus newsletter here. Please support our journalism with a subscription. After two months of ambulance sirens, mourning and isolation, this is the damage report from Italy: The novel coronavirus death toll has surpassed 30,000. The country is hurtling into its steepest recession in modern times. Tourism has gone bust. Many restaurants and shops lack the cash to ever reopen. The government's brittle finances are becoming ever more stretched. All the while, many Italians feel embittered and alienated. They are disappointed in the continent's early... Full Article
up Expert Suggests Alleged Mastermind of Venezuela's Failed Coup Is 'Double Agent' Working for Maduro By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 04:35 GMT The Venezuelan military defector... Full Article
up Softbank-backed delivery startup Rappi is testing out robots for contactless delivery — take a look By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 14:11 GMT Photo from Fredy Builes/VIEWpress via Getty Images) Colombian delivery app Rappi is testing pilot robot deliveries in Colombia. Rappi operates in several Latin American countries, and last year SoftBank invested one billion dollars into the startup. Deliveries are made using Kiwibot, a delivery robot from a Colombian owned company in California. Visit Business... Full Article
up Not giving it up cold turkey: Bird hunters just winging it By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 15:18 GMT FALMOUTH, Maine (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic has canceled dozens of spring traditions, from college basketball’s Final Four to Easter Sunday services, but there’s one rite that’s going on largely unfettered — turkey hunting. Every state except Alaska, which is the only state with no turkeys, hosts a spring turkey hunt each year. The birds, whose domesticated cousins grace Thanksgiving tables from Hawaii to Maine, are among America’s greatest conservation success stories. The hunt is taking on a new look in some parts of the country this year due to social distancing laws. Many states, including Maine, are requiring out-of-state residents to self quarantine for two... Full Article
up US governors aim to boost production of medical supplies By article.wn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 15:18 GMT JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Frustrated by scarce supplies and a chaotic marketplace amid the coronavirus outbreak, some U.S. governors are seeking to bolster their home-state production of vital medical and protective equipment to ensure a reliable long-term source for state stockpiles. The efforts come as states have been competing against each other, the federal government, hospitals, emergency responders and even other countries to get items such as N95 masks, gloves, medical gowns and hand sanitizer — often paying higher-than-usual prices because of the high demand. Before the coronavirus pandemic, the U.S. got much of its medical supplies from China. But China limited exports earlier... Full Article
up ICMR teams up with Bharat Biotech to develop Covid-19 vaccine - Hindustan Times By news.google.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 15:23:51 GMT ICMR teams up with Bharat Biotech to develop Covid-19 vaccine Hindustan TimesBharat Biotech to lead monoclonal antibodies project for Covid-19 therapy The Financial ExpressBharat Biotech leads CSIR project to develop antibodies against Covid-19 Times of IndiaBharat Biotech to lead project on monoclonal antibodies therapy for COVID-19 The New Indian ExpressIndian scientists to develop medicine against COVID-19 Deccan HeraldView Full coverage on Google News Full Article
up Keh Gayi Sorry teaser: Shehnaaz Gill pairs up with Jassie Gill in new music video, watch - Hindustan Times By news.google.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 08:41:29 GMT Keh Gayi Sorry teaser: Shehnaaz Gill pairs up with Jassie Gill in new music video, watch Hindustan TimesKeh Gayi Sorry Teaser: Fans can't wait for the full music video featuring Shehnaaz Gill and Jassie Gill PINKVILLABigg Boss 13's Shehnaaz Gill curses Coronavirus for ruining her dreams in this new hilarious TikTok video Bollywood LifeShehnaz Gill curses corona for ruining her dream of signing autographs after Bigg Boss 13; watch hilariou Times of IndiaPHOTOS: Shehnaaz Gill proves she can pull off any look with panache; Check out PINKVILLAView Full coverage on Google News Full Article
up Top 10 soup restaurants in Turkey By www.hurriyetdailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Nov 2018 08:55:00 Z Turkish cuisine is one of the richest in the world when it comes to soups. Most Turks prefer to begin their lunches and dinners with soup, which is why you can find an incredible variety and depth in this culinary area. Click through for the top 10 soup restaurants across Turkey, selected by the Hürriyet jury of gourmets and food researchers... Full Article Photo
up First supermoon of 2020 brightens up Edirne skies By www.hurriyetdailynews.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 14:12:00 Z A supermoon is seen over Turkey's northwestern Edirne province on Feb. 9, 2020. The astronomical event occurs when the moon is closest to Earth in its orbit, making it appear much larger and brighter than usual. (AA Photo) Full Article Photo
up Most bizarre Turkish superstitions that will surprise you By www.hurriyetdailynews.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Jul 2019 08:19:00 Z From seeing a black cat to breaking a mirror, Turkish culture embodies many superstitions that are quite unique. Click through for our list, prepared by İnci Hazal Özcan, to find out the most bizarre Turkish superstitions - which will definitely surprise you... (Photos:Alamy) Full Article Photo
up Analysing blockchain security risks to your supply chain By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2019-01-09 In the first article of our blockchain series, we explained how the use of blockchain technology had the potential to offer s... Full Article
up Eversheds Sutherland has advised Doncasters Group on the sale of its UK Fabrications and Blaenavon Forgings businesses By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2019-11-21 Eversheds Sutherland has advised Doncasters Group on the sale of its UK Fabrications and Blaenavon Forgings businesses to Arlington Capital Partners as two separate transactions. The deals were led by Corporate partner Richard Kyle with support from... Full Article
up Update on Recent US Sanctions Developments: Nord Stream 2 Sanctions and Exxon Mobil Decision By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2020-01-24 This briefing is intended to provide an update on two recent developments under the US sanctions regime. • The first one is the introduction of US sanctions in relation to the Nord Stream 2 pipeline project, which threaten to widen a rift betwe... Full Article
up Foreign investment: updates from around Europe By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2020-01-24 There has been a growing global trend in recent years to strengthen foreign investment control mechanisms, most notably led by CFIUS in the US, and AWV in Germany. In our latest articles, we address the new developments in Germany and France, set to... Full Article
up Coronavirus - How can fund managers deal with market disruption? - UK By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2020-03-23 Introduction In the wake of the Coronavirus outbreak, and the restrictions imposed to curb its spread, there has been significant market disruption. As has been seen in some real estate funds, there may therefore be difficulties for fund manag... Full Article
up Coronavirus Finance overview of governmental economic support for industry - UK By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2020-03-24 Please note that this is a developing situation and we will update this note on a regular basis when further information is available. Across the budget on 11 March 2020 and the subsequent COVID-19 briefing meetings the Chancellor of the Exchequer h... Full Article
up Coronavirus - Supply chain disruption - Global By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2020-03-27 ... Full Article