Policy & Government Affairs

Wales Land Transaction Tax Relief Modification Regulations

The Welsh Government has enacted regulations modifying Land Transaction Tax (LTT) relief. These changes are effective from January 1, 2026, and will impact property transactions within Wales.

Land Transaction Tax (Wales) Regulations 2026 Amendments

The Land Transaction Tax (Wales) Regulations 2026 have been amended, with changes taking effect on January 1, 2026. These amendments introduce modifications to the existing tax framework within Wales. Specific details regarding the nature of the amendments are available in the full text.

AI Code of Practice Taskforce Established for Implementation

Signatories to the EU's General-Purpose AI Code of Practice held their first meeting on January 30, 2026, to establish a Taskforce for implementation exchanges. The Taskforce will facilitate discussions among signatories on implementing the code and can provide input on guidance documents.

DOJ OIG: FBI Assistant Section Chief Misconduct Findings

The DOJ Office of the Inspector General has released an investigative summary detailing findings of misconduct against an FBI Assistant Section Chief. The report, number 26-022, addresses the exhibition of a firearm and a lack of candor by the individual. This report is part of the DOJ's ongoing oversight of its components.

Ofcom Fines Porn Company £800k for Age Check Failures

Ofcom has fined Kick Online Entertainment SA £800,000 for failing to implement effective age verification measures to prevent children from accessing pornographic content, as required by the Online Safety Act. An additional £30,000 fine was imposed for non-compliance with information requests.

EU Official Journal L Series Daily View

This document provides a daily view of the EU Official Journal's L series for February 12, 2026. It lists various legislative and non-legislative acts, including Commission Delegated Regulations and Decisions of the EEA Joint Committee, which amend existing EU regulations and agreements.

Canada Merger Review Process and Guidelines

The Competition Bureau of Canada has updated its guidance and information related to the merger review process. The page provides details on the Bureau's authority to review mergers, links to key documents such as the Merger Enforcement Guidelines, and information on concluded merger reviews.

Canada Competition Bureau Guidance on Agreements Between Competitors

The Canada Competition Bureau has published guidance on bid-rigging, price-fixing, and other agreements between competitors. The guidance aims to help businesses understand common types of illegal agreements and how to report suspected wrongdoing.

Competition Bureau Report on Algorithmic Pricing Feedback

The Competition Bureau of Canada has published a report summarizing public feedback on algorithmic pricing and competition. The report highlights key themes from over 100 submissions regarding market efficiencies, anticompetitive behavior, data transparency, and the need for balanced regulation.

Competition Bureau Statement on Cineplex Drip Pricing Ruling

The Competition Bureau Canada issued a statement following the Federal Court of Appeal's decision to uphold a ruling against Cineplex for deceptive marketing practices related to drip pricing. The court dismissed Cineplex's appeal, reinforcing the Bureau's stance against hidden fees and affirming transparency for consumers.