Tag: EU
EU launches fintech action plan to support business
The European Commission has introduced a financial technology (fintech) action plan in a bid to become a centre of innovation for new technologies.
CBI: Brexit deal must avoid ‘cliff edge’ for financial services
Confederation of British Industry tells the UK chancellor that a Brexit deal which fails to include financial services is “like building a ship with no sails”.
Which direction for corporate governance?
What began as a response to corporate scandal, corporate governance is making great strides in driving leadership accountability in Europe—but it’s still a work in progress, with views and policies differing considerably.
Heavy industry in EU faces steeper cuts to CO2 emissions
The European Parliament has passed a law to accelerate cuts in CO2 emissions by industries that are subject to the trading bloc’s emissions trading scheme (ETS).
EU lawmakers back plans for greater CO2 cuts in key sectors
Carbon emissions from the transport, farming, building and waste sectors must reduce by 30% by 2030, suggests the European Commission—a proposal which the European Parliament supports.
Gearing up for the EU Trade Secrets Directive
EU member states have until 9 June 2018 to implement the Trade Secrets Directive, which aims to standardise the national laws in EU countries against the unlawful acquisition, disclosure and use of trade secrets.
European Commission proposes new VAT reforms
The European Commission proposes allowing “more companies to enjoy the benefits of simpler VAT rules” by giving member states greater autonomy in setting VAT rates.
Deal reached between EU and UK on phase one of Brexit issues
A deal has been reached between the EU and the UK on key “phase one” Brexit issues, with agreement thrashed out on the rights of EU citizens, the divorce bill and the Northern Ireland border.
EU proposal aims to prioritise women on boards and close gender pay gap
EU commissioner for justice and gender equality, Vĕra Jourová, has published legislative proposals to narrow the gender pay gap and get more female directors on boards in EU member states.
Tenders may face investigation on intra-group collusion
Companies that are part of the same corporate group which are tendering separately in public tenders may need to prove absence of collusion, the EU Advocate General has ruled.