Press and Media
News, views and comment - RPC in the media.
Ofcom faces 30,000 cyber attacks a week, new data reveals
NCSC warn that UK infrastructure and businesses face heightened threat of cyber attacks
Read moreHMRC paid over £500,000 to whistleblowers in the past year
Figure has increased, but is just 1.7% of that paid to informants by the IRS in the US HMRC needs to make reporting system more accessible and payments more transparent to encourage more informants against tax fraudsters
Read moreValue of NFT fraud plummets 82% in UK
The value of Non-Fungible Token (NFT) fraud in the UK has dropped 82% over the last year as the collapse in prices and lower trading volumes make these digital assets less attractive to fraudsters, reveals new data from international law firm RPC.
Read moreWilko becomes 'yet another casualty' of tough economic conditions facing UK retailers
'Perfect storm' of rising interest rates, increased energy bills, supply chain issues and squeezed customer spending is hitting retailers hard
Read moreLocal authorities install 8,000 new EV chargers in past year – up just 7%
Poor investment at a local and governmental level will require private investment to achieve government targets 300,000 new public chargers needed before the end of the decade
Read more'Climate change is bringing the potential for new risks not previously accounted for'
Following news of wildfires sweeping through Rhodes, Corfu and southern Europe, Partner Lucy Dyson and Partner Toby Savage, both in the international property and casualty team at international law firm RPC, warn of the increasing risk of wildfire in the UK:
Read moreUK retail M&A deals increase 23% in the last year, a five-year high
Number of deals rose from 31 in 2021/22 to 38 for 2022/23
Read moreRPC strengthens Singapore corporate practice with the appointment of M&A Partner Kenneth Leong
International law firm RPC announced today that experienced M&A lawyer, Kenneth Leong joins the firm as Partner to bolster and lead its corporate team in Singapore, expanding the firm's internationally recognised corporate practice. He joins with a team of Associates.
Read moreRPC announces qualifying trainee retention rate for September 2023
International law firm RPC will retain 69 per cent of its UK trainees who are due to qualify in September 2023, after 11 of its original cohort of 16 were offered and accepted positions.
Read moreCyber extortion jumps 39% in a year
3,200 reports made to Action Fraud in 2022, up from 2,300 Social media and email hacking reports increased 8%, from 13,500 to 14,600 Malware, server and phone hacking reports decreased in the same period
Read moreInsolvencies of retail businesses jump 56% in past year to hit decade high
The number of retail business insolvencies jumped 56% in the past year, to hit the highest levels in at least a decade - 1,942 in 2022/23, up from 1,243 in 2021/22 shows new research from international law firm RPC.
Read moreRPC advises Ceres on Main Market listing
International law firm RPC advised Ceres Power Holdings plc, a global leader in fuel cell and electrochemical technology, on its transfer from AIM to the Premium Segment of the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.
Read moreNew test will 'significantly strengthen SFO's arsenal' against corporate economic crime
Amendment to Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill expands scope to include senior managers, not just directors
Read moreAnti-Slapps amendments are 'potentially very significant' for protecting defendants from 'ruinous' claims
'Journalists and whistleblowers should not face the prospect of bankruptcy and losing their home for doing their job'
Read moreRPC advises Bizet Media in its acquisition of High Wire Post Production
International law firm RPC has advised Bizet Media, the parent company of Milk VFX, in its acquisition of Dublin-based High Wire Post Production.
Read moreRPC reacts to the FCA's tough new rules for marketing cryptoassets
New FCA rules mean crypto firms must ensure that people have the appropriate knowledge and experience to invest in crypto. Those promoting crypto must also put in place clear risk warnings and ensure adverts are clear, fair and not misleading.
Read moreRPC's Snapshots app brings together the latest legal developments…at the touch of a button
Students and commercial lawyers alike can access a rich database of updates from the commercial, data, digital, consumer and advertising legal landscape
Read more67% increase in football “multi-club” M&A deals in the last year
48% of the 31 deals targeting European football clubs last year were multi-club deals Model seeks to create efficiencies in financial security and transferring and training players Total deals targeting European football clubs generally increased 35% last year
Read moreRPC launches free go-to platform and online community for accountants and tax advisers
Tax Take + features guidance notes on tax-related topics, news, podcasts, webinars, vlogs and interactive chat for industry experts
Read moreRising 'green office' demand will keep construction sector buoyant as new office developments drop 15%
An ever-rising demand for sustainable workplaces will keep the construction sector buoyant as the number of new office development projects in England fell 15% between 2021 and 2022, from 434 to 367, according to research by international law firm RPC.
Read moreValue of UK crypto-fraud reports increases by 41% in the past year, reaching a record £306m
FTX collapse caused a surge in the value of fraud reports – November’s £115m loss to fraud amounts to 1/3 of annual figure while Hong Kong embraces cryptocurrency opportunities
Read moreRPC Senior Partner secures second term
International firm RPC has reappointed Oliver Bray for a second term as Senior Partner with unanimous support.
Read moreRPC Elects Seven New Partners and Names Two Of Counsel
International law firm RPC has announced the promotion of seven Partners and two Of Counsel, effective May 1, 2023.
Read moreManufacturers 'face risk of reputational damage if they fail to act over listeria product recalls'
Following today's news that thousands of Cadbury desserts made by Müller are being recalled following a food poisoning alert.
Read moreEU law rethink means 'uncertainty is delayed, not removed'
Partner Patrick Brodie, head of the Employment, Engagement and Equality practice at international law firm RPC, warns thousands of regulations could still end up on the 'Brexit bonfire'
Read moreWhat are the 8 key legal changes ahead for retailers in 2023?
RPC's Retail Compass explores impact of regulatory reforms, rising ESG concerns and fast-evolving AI technology in difficult economic conditions.
Read moreRPC launches interactive Dawn Raid app with live 24/7 assistance
RPC Raid Response is a one-stop toolkit which enables you to navigate a raid by a regulator in real time
Read moreNew course opens opportunities to return to law as an in-house lawyer
The Centre for Legal Leadership has partnered with the Reignite Academy to run a one-day course to provide opportunities for “career break” lawyers to relaunch in an in-house (commercial) lawyer role.
Read moreNumber of retail M&A deals increases 30% since before the pandemic – 34 deals in 2022
Takeovers of distressed retailers comprised just under a quarter of all deals in 2022
Read moreRPC advises Susie Ma in Tropic Skincare 50% buyout from Lord Sugar
International law firm RPC has advised the founder of Tropic Skincare (Tropic), Susie Ma, after her decision to buyout investor, Lord Sugar, and return sole ownership to her for an undisclosed sum.
Read moreRPC hires Dr Matthew Jones as Partner to join its award-winning IP and technology practice
RPC hires Dr Matthew Jones as Partner to join its award-winning IP and technology practice
Read moreRPC reacts to UK Government White Paper on AI
RPC reacts to UK Government White Paper on AI
Read moreRPC advises senior management of Learnlight on investment by Synova
International law firm RPC has advised the senior management of Learnlight, an EdTech platform with operations across Europe, North America and Mexico, on the recent investment in Learnlight by Synova.
Read moreGary Lineker HMRC decision 'illustrates complexities' of IR35 and employment tax
International law firm RPC says a successful HMRC appeal against the decision is 'unlikely'
Read more900k square metres added to UK distribution warehouse space in past year
126 full size football pitches worth of distribution warehouse space gained in the last year
Read moreRPC advises Markel on £200m UK motor LPT transaction with Marco Capital
The LPT transaction involves UK motor insurance claims, providing cover of up to £200m in claims reserves This deal is the twelfth in a recent series of significant legacy market transactions handled by RPC, and the sixth in 2023
Read moreNHS delays for eye patients 'may be open to greater scrutiny'
International law firm RPC warns there could be a rise in claims over delays for non-surgical treatment 'given the relative ease in which it could have been provided'
Read moreWhat are the BIGGEST challenges facing insurers right now? Global Access Week has the answers…
International law firm RPC will host London seminar series with global partners from 7 to 9 March
Read moreDeals targeting European football teams more than double in value to £6.9bn in the past year
Total number of deals increased 65% between 2021 and 2022 Growth of sports holding companies helps fuel increase in English football club deals
Read moreRPC advises MS Amlin on £1.2bn 'split' RITC and LPT transactions
The transaction has been described as the largest ever third-party Reinsurance-to-Close (RITC) transaction in Lloyd's This deal is the eleventh in a recent series of significant legacy market transactions handled by RPC, and the fifth in 2023
Read moreRPC hires financial crime consultant to bolster growing White Collar Crime team
RPC has hired financial crime consultant Ben Cooper to bolster the international law firm's White Collar Crime team in London. Ben started on 1 February 2023.
Read moreHermès victory over MetaBirkin reminds creators they need to be 'mindful of using other people's content'
International law firm RPC says decision should not be seen as an impingement on artists, but rather a reminder that intellectual property laws apply even in the metaverse
Read moreRPC 'fully committed to opening doors' as firm marks fifth anniversary of apprenticeship scheme
RPC is celebrating the "wonderful contribution" of apprentices five years after the international law firm first launched its apprenticeship programme.
Read morePension reforms 'put onus on trustees, providers and employers to show value for money'
International law firm RPC says Government consultation is 'welcome' step towards ensuring pensions industry is providing the best outcomes for customers
Read moreEquality Act recognises there is no comparable situation to pregnancy discrimination…so why is menopause treated differently?
International law firm RPC says there is 'innate inconsistency' in saying law already protects against menopause discrimination, while arguing proposed change would create new legal risks
Read moreFTX's missing millions highlights urgent need for 'proper security and protection' against hackers
International law firm RPC says news of $415million worth of stolen crypto 'comes as a further blow' to customers
Read moreFTX's $415m stolen crypto shows 'authorities risk creating an Aladdin's Cave for criminals every time they freeze or seize assets'
International law firm RPC urges rethink over proposed UK crypto seizure powers
Read moreRPC expands real estate practice with the hire of Partner, Jon Ely
International law firm RPC announced today that commercial property lawyer Jon Ely has joined the firm in Bristol as a Partner in the real estate practice.
Read moreWhat are the 8 key concerns insurers will face in 2023?
Annual Insurance Review from international law firm RPC identifies ESG risks, climate change and cyber-attacks as top challenges.
Read moreRPC appoints its first independent non-executive director
International law firm RPC has announced the appointment of Béatrice Butsana-Sita as its first independent non-executive director (INED). Her appointment will take effect from today.
Read more