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1.5 million square metres added to distribution warehouse centres in past year – as e-commerce booms

Published on 20 May 2022. By Jeremy Drew, Partner, Head of Commercial

Large distribution warehouse centres saw an extra 1,500,000m²* in space added last year, the equivalent of 210 football pitches, according to RPC, the international law firm.

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RPC comments on landmark Lloyd v Google Supreme Court judgment

Published on 10 Nov 2021. By David Cran, Partner, Head of IP & Tech and Rupert Cowper-Coles , Partner

This morning the UK Supreme Court handed down its landmark decision in Lloyd v Google.

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RPC’s Retail Compass Autumn edition: What challenges do retailers face post-pandemic?

Published on 21 Sep 2021. By Kimberley Nanson, Senior Communications Manager

RPC, the international law firm has launched the Autumn edition of its Retail Compass, which explores legal and policy changes that are set to impact the retail industry.

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Ofcom faces 30,000 cyber attacks a week, new data reveals

Published on 29 Aug 2023. By Richard Breavington, Partner

NCSC warn that UK infrastructure and businesses face heightened threat of cyber attacks

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FTX's missing millions highlights urgent need for 'proper security and protection' against hackers

Published on 20 Jan 2023. By Dan Wyatt, Partner

International law firm RPC says news of $415million worth of stolen crypto 'comes as a further blow' to customers

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Crypto crash could accelerate insurers rewriting policies to reduce exposure claims

Published on 15 Jul 2022. By James Wickes, Partner

The cryptocurrency crash could accelerate the process of insurers rewriting policies to reduce potential exposure, including making greater use of virtual currency exclusions, warns international law firm RPC.

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42.2m people in the UK had their financial data compromised in breach last year- up 1,777%!

Published on 19 Apr 2022. By Richard Breavington, Partner

Financial data belonging to as many as 42.2m* people in the UK was compromised in data breaches last year, up 1,777% from 2.2m in 2019-20, says RPC, the international law firm.

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ICO received 309 whistleblower reports from UK employees over data protection failures in last year

Published on 22 Mar 2022. By Richard Breavington, Partner

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) received 309 whistleblower reports in the last year* from employees over data protection failures at their employers says RPC, the international law firm.

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Thinking - Blog

Business Briefing: Navigating The New US-UK Trade Tariffs

Published on 07 Apr 2025. By Michelle Sloane, Partner and Liam McKay, Senior Associate

The Trump administration has introduced sweeping tariffs on goods imported into the United States. This move is expected to cause significant disruption to global trade, with notable consequences for UK businesses. As the ripple effects unfold, understanding the scope of the tariffs and how to respond strategically will be crucial for UK businesses looking to protect their margins, adapt their operations, and plan confidently for the future.

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Thinking - Publication

Tax Bites: April 2025

Published on 01 Apr 2025. By Adam Craggs, Partner and Daniel Williams, Associate

Welcome to the latest edition of RPC's Tax Bites – providing monthly bite-sized updates from the tax world.

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Thinking - Publication

Financial Crime Time - Your update from RPC: 2025 Q1

Published on 25 Mar 2025. By Adam Craggs, Partner and Michelle Sloane, Partner

Welcome to the latest edition of our round-up of news making the headlines in the world of financial crime and compliance. Our aim is to give you an easily digestible, bite-sized overview of issues that are of interest and which may affect your business.

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Thinking - Blog

6 April 2025 - date confirmed for UK consumer protection law regime overhaul

Published on 12 Mar 2025. By Ciara Cullen, Partner and Oliver Bray, Senior Partner and Hettie Homewood , Senior Associate

The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA) is set to substantially overhaul the UK's consumer protection law and enforcement regime. We now know the date that key consumer protection and enforcement changes will come into force: 6 April 2025.

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Thinking - Podcast

Taxing Matters: IWD 2025 special with Ele Theochari

Published on 06 Mar 2025.

This month, RPC Senior Associate and Taxing Matters host, Alexis Armitage, is joined by Ele Theochari, Partner at Blick Rothenberg for a special episode to celebrate International Women's Day.

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Thinking - Publication

Green claims update: February 2025

Published on 27 Feb 2025. By Oliver Bray, Senior Partner and Ciara Cullen, Partner and Hettie Homewood , Senior Associate and Sophie Tuson, Senior Associate, Environment and Climate Change Practice Lead

Welcome to our round-up of the key legal and regulatory developments relating to green claims.

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Thinking - Podcast

Taxing Matters: Mike Ashley wins landmark data protection case against HMRC

Published on 27 Feb 2025.

At the end of January, Mike Ashley won his high-profile and landmark data protection case against HMRC, with the High Court concluding that HMRC wrongly withheld his personal information for over two years. In this month's episode of Taxing Matters, our host and Senior Associate, Alexis Armitage is joined by Megan Grew, Associate at RPC and part of Mike Ashley's legal team, to discuss the legal aspects of the case that led to a landmark data protection victory against HMRC for Mike Ashley in the High Court.

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Brace for impact: major UK and EU regulatory changes set to transform 2025

Published on 07 Jan 2025. By Gavin Reese, Partner, Head of Regulatory

2025 is poised to be a landmark year for businesses as a wave of new UK and EU regulations promise to reshape industries and redefine compliance standards. From product safety laws to AI regulations, leaders across multiple sectors will need to stay ahead to navigate these changes effectively.

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Which key regulatory changes will shape the rest of 2024?

Published on 27 Jun 2024. By Gavin Reese, Partner, Head of Regulatory

The current regulatory landscape is dynamic and multifaceted, driven by technological advancements and ESG considerations. With increased scrutiny there's a need for robust compliance frameworks - across various sectors. But what are the most pressing issues?

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What 7 key regulatory changes lie ahead in 2024?

Published on 09 Jan 2024. By Gavin Reese, Partner, Head of Regulatory

AI impacts, green claims and product safety among issues explored in Regulatory radar

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RPC launches free go-to platform and online community for accountants and tax advisers

Published on 31 May 2023. By Adam Craggs, Partner and Michelle Sloane, Partner

Tax Take + features guidance notes on tax-related topics, news, podcasts, webinars, vlogs and interactive chat for industry experts

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RPC launches interactive Dawn Raid app with live 24/7 assistance

Published on 18 Apr 2023. By Adam Craggs, Partner

RPC Raid Response is a one-stop toolkit which enables you to navigate a raid by a regulator in real time

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Press and Media

RPC hires financial crime consultant to bolster growing White Collar Crime team

Published on 10 Feb 2023. By Thomas Jenkins, Senior Associate

RPC has hired financial crime consultant Ben Cooper to bolster the international law firm's White Collar Crime team in London. Ben started on 1 February 2023.

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FCA's intervention on green claims is 'welcome step forward'

Published on 26 Oct 2022. By Chris Ross, Partner

International law firm RPC says there are concerns due to lack of regulation of ESG credentials in investment products

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