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28 February 2017
Staying focussed: the ACCC’s key priorities for 2017
The Australian competition watchdog will maintain its gaze on perennial competition and consumer issues in 2017 along with a new focus on certain sectors including agriculture, telecommunications, commercial construction and private health insurance.
30 November 2016
Key Developments in Iran, November 2016
This update aims to provide a brief overview of key developments which have occurred in Iran during the past month and to highlight areas of future interest. In particular, the update covers notable developments in both the political arena and key economic sectors.
24 June 2016
English court makes landmark corporate modern slavery civil order
In a landmark ruling, the English Court has for the first time, awarded damages against a company in relation to modern slavery, broadening the scope of a company’s responsibility and putting business and human rights firmly on the risk map for modern businesses.
18 February 2016
Federal Court finds cracks in ACCC's egg cartel case
In a rare case brought under the cartel laws, the ACCC has failed to establish that the Australian Egg Corporation Limited and two egg producers attempted to induce 19 egg producers to make an arrangement to reduce the production of eggs in Australia.
11 December 2015
Australia's foreign investment overhaul: a snapshot of what you need to know
On 1 December 2015, a package of new foreign investment legislation commenced operation, representing the most significant reform of the Australian foreign investment legislative framework since it was introduced. We discuss the key changes.
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