UniCredit will appeal to the UK Supreme Court in December 2025 over its right to withhold $69.3 million in payments for Russian aircraft leases, in a case that could clarify how UK sanctions affect commercial obligations and the use of letters of credit involving sanctioned entities. In an article published by Law360, Liam Lane […]
In true Peters & Peters style, we’re not afraid to go the extra mile, or jump out of a plane, for a cause we believe in. On 26th September, members of the Peters & Peters team will be taking to the skies for a charity skydive in support of Switchback, a remarkable organisation that […]
We are pleased to share that Partner, Anna Bradshaw, was recently featured in a Q&A with Global Investigations Review, alongside fellow editors of the sixth edition of the Guide to Sanctions. In the interview, Anna discusses the most significant developments in global sanctions over the past year, key emerging trends, and how companies can manage the […]
On 27 March 2025, following the Modern Slavery Act consultation in October 20241 and the Government’s response in December 20242, the Home Office published statutory guidance3 on section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (MSA), entitled ‘Transparency in supply chains.’ Large commercial organisations are required to produce annual statements setting out the steps […]
In June of this year, the French Senate almost unanimously backed a bill aimed at regulating the ultra-fast fashion industry. The bill aims to tackle the environmental and economic consequences of ultra-fast fashion and, if implemented, would ban advertising of ultra-fast fashion and impose sanctions on influencers who promote such products. The bill proposes […]
On 23 July 2025, all 15 Judges of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) published a landmark advisory opinion on the Obligations of States in Respect of Climate Change. The ICJ is the highest court in the United Nations. It recognised that the consequences of climate change are severe and far-reaching, impacting both natural […]
The European Commission’s recent proposals to simplify sustainability reporting and due diligence obligations could significantly impact companies’ compliance with new frameworks. While aimed at improving competitiveness, the changes risk creating legal uncertainty and could hinder transparent sustainability data, which is vital for investors looking to make informed decisions. The proposed changes are a step back […]
The EU’s Omnibus Package, set for release on February 26, aims to simplify sustainability reporting and due diligence regulations like the CSRD and CSDDD. While some see it as a positive move to foster competitiveness, others raise concerns that the changes could undermine crucial environmental and human rights protections. In this article for Law 360, Maria […]
As environmental, social and governance (ESG)-related legislation and regulation becomes an ever-increasing focus for governments and regulators across the globe, companies face complex challenges, with increasing exposure to environmental and human rights litigation across multiple jurisdictions. As regulations continue to evolve, companies must proactively manage ESG-related risks and stay ahead of evolving ESG laws to avoid […]
The European Union is expected to publish an Omnibus Simplification Package (Omnibus) in February 2025 aimed at consolidating existing EU corporate sustainability reporting requirements. Those requirements are contained within the EU Taxonomy Regulation (the Taxonomy Regulation), the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). The EU Commission President, Ursula […]
