As negotiations continue, so do business preparations. Change is almost inevitable but the extent, nature and timing is uncertain. How can such change be addressed in one-off transactions (e.g. M&A) and in on-going...more
We described in our Practical Roadmap to the Negotiations the three possible scenarios: Cliff Edge, Cliff Hanger and Glide Path. Whilst Downing Street's rhetoric has consistently set its preference against the prospect of a...more
The Government took the first step to implementing one of its key Brexit policies today. The long-awaited Repeal Bill, formally named the European Union (Withdrawal) Bill, which was first announced in October last year, has...more
The Queen's Speech has set out the UK Government's intended legislative programme for the next two years – and its focus is Brexit.
While there is little to no new detail, there are some further hints of how the...more
Eight months ago, just before the Referendum, I anticipated the implications of a Leave vote for the sector. Today sees the publication of the first results of the Hogan Lovells "Brexometer", which will track the attitudes of...more
Yesterday's White Paper set out a bold aspiration. The UK as a global pivot. A Strategic Partnership with the EU; a Special Relationship with the US.
Political and diplomatic challenges are clear. Remaining open whilst...more