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EU fights fake news
Amid increasing concerns that Russia will use disinformation to sway the upcoming elections in the Netherlands, France, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Sweden, the EU has allocated additional funds to its ” East StratCom ” team to expose fake news.
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FeatureNew surveillance laws in France and the implications for civil liberties and basic procedural safeguards
Dr Nathalie Moreno, Partner at Lewis Silkin, shares her comments on the current developments in relation to surveillance laws in France. The article is part of her contribution to the Law Societies’ Brussels Office panel on mass surveillance during the Computers, Privacy and Data Protection conference on 27 ...
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Mass surveillance and the Investigatory Powers Tribunal
Sir Michael Burton, President of the Investigatory Powers Tribunal, shares his experience and views on the role of judiciary in overseeing the intelligence activities of the State. He appeared as a member of the panel on mass surveillance and justice systems held during the Computers, Privacy and Data Protection ...
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The Commission unveils its data economy package
On 10 January 2016, the EU unveiled its Data Economy Package, consisting of a new Proposal for a regulation on privacy and electronic communications , a Communication on Exchanging and Protecting Personal Data in a Globalised World and a Consultation on building the European data economy .
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How to practise in the EU
This note provides further information on the main regulations that govern free movement of lawyers in the EU.
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Law Society of England and Wales responds to HMRC consultation on 'enablers' of tax avoidance
The Law Society of England and Wales expresses concern that punishing solicitors for giving honest advice on complex legal questions only hampers their ability to give any advice in the first place, increasing the risk taxpayers may unwittingly enter into unacceptable tax avoidance schemes.
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Update from Westminster – No ‘running commentary’
Whilst Theresa May has stated that a ‘running commentary’ on the Brexit negotiations will not be provided, there have been several updates from Westminster regarding the UK’s proposed withdrawal from the EU.
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European Parliament debates Brexit
Following a heated extraordinary plenary session held on 28 June 2016, MEPs have continued debating the topic of Brexit, led by the Committee on Constitutional Affairs (AFCO).
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And then there were 27
The heads of 27 European member states met at an informal meeting in Bratislava, Slovakia on 16 September. Whilst the issue of Brexit was not on the agenda, it could not be ignored with Theresa May notably absent from the ‘summit of reflection’ in the wake of the UK’s referendum ...
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Commission and Parliament set up their Brexit negotiation teams
On 27 July, and as noted in our previous edition of the Brussels Agenda, Michel Barnier was named Chief Negotiator in charge of a new Task Force for Brexit for the conduct of the negotiations with the UK under Article 50 TEU.
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Brexit: Unravelling 40 Years
The European Union is essentially a community of law. It is certainly more than that, of course: it is also a community of values, based on a shared history (shared wars are also shared history) and, at least for those supporting it, a shared project.
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The Scottish Affairs Committee inquiry into Scotland’s place in Europe
The UK’s exit from the EU is arguably the most significant constitutional development to affect the UK since 1945. It is difficult to know just how the EU referendum result will affect Scotland’s relationship with Europe; much will depend on the terms of the withdrawal agreement and those of any ...
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In focus: Single market update: Portability Proposal and e-commerce initiatives
On 25 May 2016, the European Commission tabled its draft proposal on the Portability Regulation together with its proposals and communications on e-commerce.
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In focus: Consumers rights and the digital single market
One of the three pillars on which The Digital Single Market Strategy, adopted by the Commission on 6 May 2015, is based, is to build better access for consumers and businesses to digital goods and services across Europe. Such an aim cannot be reached without a robust set of rules ...
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Commission publishes its communications on online platforms and collaborative economy
On 25 May, the Commission published its communication on online platforms in the Digital Single Market. The document discusses the Commission’s views on the regulatory approach to platforms, key challenges ahead and steps to be taken in the near future. The communication also uses the results from the public consultation ...
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Regulation of legal services
This is one of the largest dossiers of the Brussels Office as it comprises several large policy areas
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Anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing
The current rules designed to combat money laundering (AML) and terrorist financing (CTF) in the EU are set out in the 3rd Anti-Money Laundering Directive (2005/60/EC) (3AMLD).
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Rita Giannini - EU policy adviser Justice
Rita is the EU justice policy advisor for the Law Society.
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Antonella Verde - Brussels Office manager
Antonella joined the Brussels office in April 2001 and she is the Brussels Office Assistant.
