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Guardian Media Group signs film and TV deal with Sony Pictures Entertainment

December 4, 2023

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Film and TV Briefing: Friday 1 December 2023

December 1, 2023

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The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 receives Royal Assent

November 30, 2023

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To influence or not to influence - key provisions to keep an eye out in an influencer agreement

November 27, 2023

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Partner Gideon Benaim wins Lawyer of the Year (Reputation) at the Spear's Awards 2023

November 23, 2023

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Censorship of drill music by the Met

November 20, 2023

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King Charles III confirmed the government's proposals for reforms to the housing and rental market in 2024

November 10, 2023

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Bridging the gap: the UK Extension to the EU-US Data Privacy Framework

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October 19, 2023

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Bridging the gap: the new Data Privacy Framework for EU-US international data transfers

October 18, 2023

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British actress Sophie Turner sues Joe Jonas to return their two daughters to England

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ASA issues a reminder that the CAP Code applies to AI-generated content

September 12, 2023

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Expanding the role of the Registrar

September 11, 2023

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Proposed introduction of discrepancy reporting requirements for all businesses

September 5, 2023

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Reviving Prince Andrew's reputation - a long climb ahead

September 4, 2023

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The legal perils of training generative AI

September 4, 2023

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Law commission to review how finances are shared on divorce

August 30, 2023

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BBC restrained from naming celebrity accused of sexual misconduct

August 24, 2023

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Court axes Drax reading of cap – interpreting limitations of liability

August 23, 2023

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BBC presenter Chris Packham awarded £90,000 in libel damages

August 22, 2023

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Kevin Spacey's acquittal and the reputational fallout

August 18, 2023

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Partner Gideon Benaim shortlisted for the 2023 Spear's Awards

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Success for Simkins' Reputation team in Chambers High Net Worth 2023

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Further advertising restrictions for HFSS foods on the horizon

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EU’s newly proposed directive on worker status in the gig economy

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EESC considers harmonised approach to influencer regulation

Meta’s €1.2 billion fine for breaches of the EU GDPR

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Film and TV Briefing: Friday 7 July 2023

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Film and TV Briefing: Friday 30 June 2023

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Proposed civil and criminal sanctions for breach of the Companies Act

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Hugh granted partial permission to continue action against Sun publisher

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Supreme Court rules that claims for financial provision end with the death of a spouse

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Court acts to prevent malicious copyright strikes on YouTube

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Why the SLAPPs debate has been overblown

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Judges in England and Wales to be given power to dismiss 'SLAPPs'

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Film and TV Briefing: Friday 9 June 2023

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Term-time contracts: a solution for working parents?

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Film and TV Briefing: Friday 2 June 2023

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Music industry commits to addressing metadata, streaming and fair royalty remuneration

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Simkins to host music app building event during London Tech Week

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Film and TV Briefing: Friday 26 May 2023

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Misconceptions and Weaponisation of 'SLAPPs'

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Film and TV Briefing: Friday 19 May 2023

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Deborah Jeff ranked 'Top Recommended' in Spear's 2023 Family Lawyers Index

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Ed Sheeran wins Thinking Out Loud copyright case

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Simkins comes second in 5RB Media Quiz 2023

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Simkins FC participated in the ReachOut Charity Cup

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School run-in – “weirdo” / “freak” libel claim going to trial after strike-out refused

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What can businesses learn in light of the CBI scandal?

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The CMA blocks Microsoft's $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision

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No SLAPP – Banks wins in part on appeal over Cadwalladr TED talk

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Music-generating AI: Official Art? Or artificial?

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Dominic Raab resigns after workplace bullying report

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CBI boss dismissed over misconduct allegations

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Film and TV Briefing: Friday 21 April 2023

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Sega to pay £625m for Angry Birds maker Rovio Entertainment

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Congratulations to MBK Productions

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Film and TV Briefing: Friday 14 April 2023

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Film and TV Briefing: Thursday 6 April 2023

New reforms to overhaul surrogacy laws

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Training Contract opportunities – 30 April deadline approaching

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IFPI Global Music Report 2023

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Film and TV Briefing: Friday 31 March 2023

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DCMS Code of Practice for App Store Operators and App Developers

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Film and TV Briefing: Friday 24 March 2023

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Government to mandate mediation for separating couples

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Supporting staff through Ramadan

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Film and TV Briefing: Friday 17 March 2023

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Spring Budget: Film & TV summary

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