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15 September 2021
Issue: 7948 / Categories: Legal News , Technology
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Digital regulation

The Communications and Digital Committee has launched an inquiry into digital regulation

Currently, more than 12 regulators have a remit governing the digital world, and the committee has previously recommended a central regulator be established, with a horizon-scanning role to assess gaps and make recommendations.

Views are sought on regulators’ horizon scanning and potential improvements, co-operation with international partners and what lessons can be learned from other countries, by 22 October. Committee chair Lord Gilbert said: ‘We want to investigate the effectiveness of digital regulation at a time when regulators are expected to take on new powers.

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Issue: 7948 / Categories: Legal News , Technology
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Thackray Williams—Lucy Zhu

Thackray Williams—Lucy Zhu

Dual-qualified partner joins as head of commercial property department

Morgan Lewis—David A. McManus

Morgan Lewis—David A. McManus

Firm announces appointment of next chair

Burges Salmon—Rebecca Wilsker

Burges Salmon—Rebecca Wilsker

Director joins corporate team from the US

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