All Europe articles – Page 16
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AnalysisDWF to merge with insurer Watmores
The merger will strengthen the law firm’s insurance, rail and local authority capabilities
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AnalysisNew law marks milestone in Spanish maritime legislation
Legislation makes Spain one of the few countries in the world where the majority of maritime law is governed by a single statute
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AnalysisWillis makes firm offer to buy remaining 70% of Gras Savoye
Deal is expected to be closed at year-end 2015 as Gras Savoye board welcomes offer
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AnalysisUK targets (continued) cyber insurance market domination
Marsh, UK government and Lloyd’s pull together to maintain lead on cyber cover
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AnalysisEU charges Gazprom with market abuse in CEE countries
Energy giant accused with abusing dominant position in Central and Eastern European gas markets
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AnalysisBrokers’ UK regulatory fees are cut for 2015-16
FSCS reduction may be only temporary as brokers are urged to make provision for future levies
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AnalysisEU adopts policy on consular protection for its citizens
Directive clarifies when EU citizens in distress outside the EU can receive assistance from other EU countries’ embassies or consulates
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AnalysisItalian risk management association appoints new president
Alessandro De Felice pledges to continue the work of his predecessor in spreading risk culture among Italian corporates
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AnalysisShould business worry about the Google abuse of dominant position case?
Search engine accused of giving preferential treatment to its own comparison shopping service at the expense of those of rivals
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AnalysisACE strengthens position in region with new appointments
New underwriting management role and regional general counsel position for Eurasia and Africa
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AnalysisCan remote working make firms more productive?
Both hailed as the future of working and criticised as the destroyer of efficiency, is remote working for every firm?
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AnalysisWhy employers should watch out when watching employees
German Federal Labour Court finds monitoring of employees on sick leave unlawful
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AnalysisCould green construction really attract new business?
Green infrastructure is good for society and the environment and is increasingly touted as offering business benefits, but how feasible is it to construct green buildings? Experts from Balfour Beatty and Swedish construction firm NCC discuss the challenges
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AnalysisWhy Crossrail is a triumph for risk management
Risk management has been central to the success of Europe’s largest infrastructure project, owing much to sustained engagement with the board and senior management
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AnalysisRestructuring aid in favour of Irish bank Permanent TSB approved
The plan sets out the path for PTSB to become viable in the long-term without further state support
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AnalysisHungary referred to court and facing fines for not transposing EU energy efficiency rules
The country joins 26 other member states that have failed to implement the Energy Efficiency Directive
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AnalysisBelgium referred to court for refusing certificates of workers affiliated in other EU countries
Current rules that allow authorities not to recognise such documents and subject workers to Belgian social security may breach EU law
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AnalysisFour EU countries investigated over investor restrictions for agricultural land
Laws in Bulgaria, Hungary, Lithuania and Slovakia may be restricting the free movement of capital and freedom of establishment
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AnalysisUK referred to court over poor waste water collection and treatment
Four agglomerations have inadequate treatment, one has none and in 10 waste water discharges into sensitive areas
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AnalysisThree aid schemes approved for the French aviation sector
The objective is to maintain the accessibility of regions and promote regional economic development
