In December 2024, the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) and Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) announced their intention to trigger the Stormont Brake to block the implementation of the Labelling CLP Legislative Act in Northern Ireland (NI). The parties argued that the legislation could significantly disrupt chemical trade flows between Great Britain (GB) and Northern Ireland, valued […]

The European Commission has unveiled the Competitiveness Compass, a strategic framework aimed at reinforcing the European Union’s economic resilience, industrial leadership, and technological innovation. This initiative identifies critical policy priorities to address productivity challenges, regulatory bottlenecks, and global competitiveness, ensuring that the EU remains a key player in the international market. Importantly, the Competitiveness Compass […]

On December 31, 2024, the EU Commission announced a significant update to the Prior Informed Consent (PIC) regulation. The update includes new substances added to Annex I and Annex V, resulting in 40 additional substances that must be notified starting March 1, 2025. This update covers 35 pesticides and 5 industrial substances. What Is the […]