What Changes Can We Expect in the Revised General Block Exemption Regulation?
The European Commission has published the draft revised General Block Exemption Regulation (GBER) for public consultation, together with an Explanatory Memorandum setting out the rationale for the pro...
Critical Infrastructure Bill 2026: A Cornerstone of the Government’s Infrastructure Acceleration Agenda
The Critical Infrastructure Bill 2026, published on 8 April 2026 (the Bill), represents the Government’s latest step in its broader strategy to accelerate delivery of essential public infrastructure a...
Recent court guidance on risks and responsibilities of AI in litigation
The Court of Appeal recently issued guidance addressing the risks associated with the use of AI in legal proceedings and they have set out principles to be applied in the use of such technology in a l...
Beauchamps Achieves Milestone Recognition in Legal 500 EMEA 2026
Beauchamps is pleased to announce a strong set of results in the Legal 500 EMEA 2026 rankings. Most notably, the firm’s Commercial Real Estate group has achieved a Tier 1 ranking for the first ti...
Beauchamps Housing team wins Excellence in Business Award for 8th Consecutive Year
Beauchamps is proud to announce that its Housing group, led by Partner Fidelma McManus, has been named the winner of the Excellence in Housing Services—Best Legal Team award by Public Sector Magazine....
CCPC calls in Uniphar’s acquisition of TouchStore for review
Introduction On 20 March 2026, the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) announced that it has exercised its statutory “call-in” power to require notification of Uniphar plc’s pro...
AI in Health and Social Care: A New Era of Governance and Accountability
Ireland stands at a pivotal moment in the evolution of its health and social care system, seeking to harness the transformative potential of artificial intelligence whilst upholding its commitment to ...
Beauchamps recognised as a Leading Irish Law Firm by Chambers & Partners Europe 2026
Beauchamps is pleased to note its continued recognition as one of Ireland’s leading law firms in the Chambers & Partners Europe 2026 rankings.In the latest research conducted by Chambers and Partn...
Beauchamps advises Aramex on its acquisition of Hawthorn Logistics Solutions
Beauchamps’ M&A Group were delighted to advise Dubai-based logistics and transportation provider Aramex on its acquisition of Dublin-headquartered Hawthorn Logistics Solutions.Hawthorn Logist...
Beauchamps advises Quinn Downes Group on its strategic partnership with Syclef
Beauchamps’ M&A Group were delighted to advise Quinn Downes Group, a leading provider of mechanical services on its strategic partnership with SYCLEF, an international network of companies special...
Smart Surveillance Devices and the GDPR. The Practical Dos and Don'ts
Dashcams have become increasingly popular among Irish motorists, offering peace of mind and valuable evidence in the event of a road traffic incident. However, many drivers may be unaware that us...
State aid for Affordable Housing in Ireland: A New Frontier
IntroductionRecent developments in the area of EU State aid law promise to support the expanded roll out of affordable housing in Ireland. On 16 December 2025, the European Commission adopted the...
Residential Tenancies Reform 2026: Structural Change and the Supply Question
IntroductionOn 1 March 2026, the Residential Tenancies (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2026 (the Act) came into force, introducing one of the most significant structural reforms of Ireland’s private re...
Corporate Sustainability Reporting and Due Diligence: The Revised Regime in 2026
IntroductionJust over a year ago, the European Commission unveiled an “Omnibus I” package of proposals aimed at simplifying EU sustainability rules to boost competitiveness. We reported in March 2025 ...
Supreme Court clarifies the nature of the obligations imposed on planning authorities by the Climate Act
The Supreme Court has dismissed the appeal against the High Court's order quashing the Commission's decision to refuse permission for the Coolglass Wind Farm in Co. Laois. In doing so, the Supreme Cou...