Legal News (Competition Law)

Businesses in the Irish hospitality sector have been afforded a glimmer of hope following the recent, nationwide, easing of restrictions. Unbeknownst to many employers, however, is the potential impact of the Transfer Regulations.

As we approach the end of another pandemic year, which has had more than its share of ups and downs, it’s timely to express our deep appreciation of your loyal support that has given great stability to us during another uncertain year. 

The Scheme of the Consumer Rights Bill 2021 seeks to substantially reform, modernize and consolidate existing consumer protection legislation spread over different pieces of primary and secondary legislation.

Currently, in this jurisdiction there is no legislative framework to facilitate class action cases. Instead, the Courts can deal with multi-party actions in several ways under the Rules of the Superior Courts and through various statutory provisions.

A Note on the management, control and protection of minorities in joint ventures in Ireland.

Like many aspects of Brexit, the fate of UK competition law, and its relationship with EU competition law, remains undecided. The outcome is somewhat dependent on whether a no-deal Brexit occurs.