Irish merger control developments for life sciences clients Q1 2026

Trends in insurance transactions part 2: pension risk transfer and funded reinsurance

Stephen D’Ardis, insurance partner and David Main, pensions partner discuss key trends shaping insurance transactions, including pension risk transfer deals, also known as bulk purchase annuities.

Where corporate Ireland hits its stride - Run your own race

This third and final episode focuses on finding your pace, building consistency, and staying motivated. Olympic athlete and ALG5K ambassador David Gillick leads a guided 20-minute run designed to support your training ahead of race day.

Trends in insurance transactions part 1: private capital

Stephen Quinlivan, corporate M&A partner and Laura Mulleady, corporate insurance partner, discuss recent trends in insurance transactions in the Irish and European market, with a particular focus on private capital.

Preparing for the EU Pay Transparency Directive: Key considerations for employers

With the EU Pay Transparency Directive deadline of 7 June 2026 fast approaching, it is now clear that Ireland will adopt a phased approach to implementation. While this delay provides additional time, the direction of travel is certain and employers should be using this window to prepare.

Irish merger control developments for life sciences clients Q1 2026

Irish merger control is entering a new phase with significant implications, particularly for life sciences. In this podcast, Dervla Broderick and Peter Murphy discuss the CCPC’s first call-in of a sub-threshold deal, use of interim measures, and proposed threshold changes, highlighting the need for earlier competition risk assessment and engagement.