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October 07, 2024 | International Edition

Awash With Social Concerns: Why and Where the Law is Changing

Regulatory pressure on greenwashing is why a similar trend is emerging for social washing.

By Leonie Timmers and Rebecca Chin, Herbert Smith Freehills

5 minute read

July 13, 2023 | International Edition

EU Raw Materials Act Highlights Intensifying Global Competition

The EU wants to foster greater cooperation between Member States to grow the resilience of its critical mineral supply chains and reduce dependence on third countries.

By Peter Leon, Herbert Smith Freehills

4 minute read

November 30, 2021 | International Edition

HSF CEO: 'The Pandemic Offers An Opportunity To Change How We Relate To Our People'

Writing for Law.com International, Justin D'Agostino explains why this is a once in a lifetime chance to foster diversity and act inclusively so people feel a sense of belonging in the workplace.

By Justin D'Agostino, Herbert Smith Freehills

4 minute read

November 16, 2021 | International Edition

COP26 is Over: Down But Not Out in Glasgow

The final installment of our COP26 blog written by lawyers at the event analyses the final agreement.

By Mayer Brown and Herbert Smith Freehills

7 minute read

November 12, 2021 | International Edition

COP26: Going Into Extra Time?

Thursday 11 November proved to be a critical day at COP26 – and a long one.

By Herbert Smith Freehills, Ashurst, Mayer Brown

8 minute read

November 11, 2021 | International Edition

COP26 Blog: Drafts, Drafts and More Drafts

HSF and Ashurst lawyers at the event explain the latest developments from Glasgow.

By Herbert Smith Freehills and Ashurst

5 minute read

November 09, 2021 | International Edition

COP26 Negotiations: A Progress Update

There has been a strong will to finalise an outstanding, yet essential aspect of the 'Paris Rulebook'.

By Silke Goldberg and Rebecca Major, Herbert Smith Freehills

3 minute read

November 04, 2021 | International Edition

COP26 Blog: Goodbye Leaders, Hello Negotiators

On the main stage, the focus predominantly switched to the financial world as it was officially 'finance day'.

By Silke Goldberg and Rebecca Major, Herbert Smith Freehills

3 minute read

November 03, 2021 | International Edition

COP26, Day 3: Methane, Deforestation and Article 6

The atmosphere is one of cautious enthusiasm, say HSF partners on the ground.

By Silke Goldberg and Rebecca Major, Herbert Smith Freehills

3 minute read

November 02, 2021 | International Edition

COP26 Blog: Ready, Set, GO

Law.com International is running a regular blog on the event written by lawyers on the ground.

By Rebecca Major and Silke Goldberg, Herbert Smith Freehills

4 minute read