14 Dec
Member News

Privacy at What Cost? Consequences of the High Court’s Judgment in the Graham Dwyer Case

By Philip Nolan | Mason Hayes & Curran “In what circumstances does a democracy tolerate State mandated electronic surveillance of every citizen who uses a telephone device?” Background In early December 2018, the Irish High Court ruled that the Communications (Retention of Data) Act 2011, requiring mobile phone data to be retained and disclosed upon request to An Garda Síochána, breached EU law. The ruling follows an application by convicted murderer, Graham Dwyer, who was sentenced to life in prison in 2015 for the...

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14 Dec
Chapter News

Members of the European Parliament Want to Fund Crucial Areas to Stimulate European Growth

MEPs call for EU resources that match ambitions on research, environment, transport, energy, telecom, defence, space and digitalisation under the 2021-2027 EU budget. Following Parliament’s adoption of its position on the EU’s long-term budget (2021-2027 multiannual financial framework - MFF), MEPs are this week setting out their position on the scope and the priorities for investing in areas which are crucial for future growth. Financing Horizon Europe research programme The proposal for the 2021-2027 Horizon Europe rules for participation and dissemination was...

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14 Dec
Member News

The Weekly Vulcan View For The 10th Of December To The 14th Of December Featuring Analysis Of The Latest EU Developments

VULCAN VIEW - KEY EVENTS THIS WEEK:  Brexit – Turmoil before Christmas breakIt has been another tumultuous couple of days in Westminster. The week began with the decision of Theresa May to pull the vote on the Withdrawal Agreement from parliament. This came after the European Court of Justice ruled on Monday that Great Britain had the option of revoking the Article 50 process unilaterally. Knowing that she didn’t have enough votes in Parliament, the Prime Minister decided to cancel the vote...

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13 Dec
Chapter News

Artificial intelligence

Member States and Commission to work together to boost artificial intelligence “made in Europe” Delivering on its strategy on artificial intelligence adopted in April 2018 today the Commission presented a coordinated plan prepared with Member States to foster the development and use of artificial intelligence in Europe. This plan proposes joint actions for closer and more efficient cooperation between Member States, Norway, Switzerland and the Commission in four key areas: increasing investment, making more data available, fostering talent and ensuring trust....

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13 Dec
Member News

If It’s Not Disclosed, It Can’t Be Charged: Pepper Hamilton Commentary From The 2018 PFM Fees And Expenses Benchmarking Survey

By Julia D. Corelli | Partner | Pepper Hamilton  Expense provisions in fund documents are getting longer and longer, amid pressure on GPs to be more transparent. From fund design, through regulatory review and enforcement, the fees and expenses borne by an investment fund are a point of intense focus. The 2018 pfm Fees and Expenses Benchmarking Survey covered some of the same territory as the 2016 survey, but added a new level of granularity. And that’s exactly how funds have had to deal with fees...

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13 Dec
Member News

Applications for Chateaubriand Fellowships are Open: a Program that Allows Doctoral Students Enrolled in American Universities to Conduct Research in France

The Chateaubriand Fellowship is a grant offered by the Embassy of France in the United States. Every year, it allows doctoral students enrolled in American universities to conduct research in France for 4 to 9 months. Chateaubriand fellows receive a stipend, round-trip ticket to France and health insurance. Two options below based on academic focus: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Biology-Health Aims to initiate or reinforce collaborations, partnerships or joint projects between French and American research teams Offered by the...

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12 Dec
Member News

Jodi Pulice, Founder & CEO of JRT Realty Group, has been officially elected to REBNY’s Commercial Board of Directors.

Jodi Pulice, Founder & CEO of JRT Realty Group, has been officially elected to REBNY’s Commercial Board of Directors. Elected members of REBNY’S Commercial Board of Directors review the official acts and decisions of all other committees of the Commercial Brokerage Division and take whatever steps necessary to ensure the Division runs effectively. The committee members meets monthly during program year. The Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY) represents influential real estate professionals as it works to protect, improve, and...

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12 Dec
Brexit News, Member News

The Impact of Brexit on Data Protection Law and Your Business

The UK's pending exit from the European Union on March 29, 2019, will have far-reaching effects on many business activities, including the processing of personal data. While the ultimate legal implications are subject to political decisions that are still unresolved, any company doing business in the UK should start preparing itself for changes in both the UK and the EU. This alert sets out the steps businesses should consider taking to get ready for Brexit. What is Brexit and What Are...

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12 Dec
Brexit News, Member News

United States and United Kingdom Conclude Major New Bilateral Air Transport Agreement

By Mark W. Atwood & Robert F. Foster | Cozen O'Connor On November 28, 2018, the United States and the United Kingdom (UK) agreed on the terms of a new bilateral “Open Skies” Air Transport Agreement (the Agreement) that will become effective upon the UK’s withdrawal from the EU. Currently, U.S.-UK air transport is governed by the European Union (EU)-U.S. Open Skies Agreement (EU-U.S. Agreement). As Brexit negotiations continue, the Agreement provides a degree of certainty for the aviation industry about a post-Brexit environment...

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11 Dec
Member News

2019 Tax Changes in Central and Eastern Europe

Operating in CEE? Here’s a summary of the key tax changes coming into effect in Poland, Hungary, Croatia and Ukraine in the new year. Now is the time for your accounting, tax and payroll departments to prepare for these 2019 changes to operating in CEE. If you need more detailed information, or help implementing any of the following developments in your business, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our local experts. Poland Submission of financial statements 1 October 2018 saw changes to government regulations...

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