‘Vulnerable women in England are still being arrested and facing police investigations over suspected illegal pregnancy terminations, despite parliament backing changes to the law to decriminalise abortion.’
The Guardian, 15th March 2026
Source: www.theguardian.com
‘The High Court (Saini J) has held that the question of what the UK’s historical “national security objectives” for the purpose of the Afghan Relocation and Assistance Policy (“ARAP”) is a question of fact giving rise to a “single right answer”, on which the executive’s evaluation is susceptible to error of fact review. This judgment was made against the backdrop of the Defence Secretary’s submission (effectively maintained, although subject to review, in its Withdrawal Note to the Court: [85]) that advancing an effective justice system and the rule of law in Afghanistan were not part of the UK’s national security objectives in Afghanistan.’
Administrative Court Blog, 13th March 2026
‘A recent ruling by the High Court has clarified that Chinese creditors can enforce Chinese judgments in the English courts despite the absence of reciprocal enforcement treaties between China and the UK.’
OUT-LAW.com, 13th March 2026
Source: www.pinsentmasons.com
‘The random selection of jurors from local communities ensures that they are far more likely to reflect the cultural heritage of people appearing in court, says Nic Madge.’
The Guardian, 15th March 2026
Source: www.theguardian.com
‘Conflict over actions within the Church of England covers a broad spectrum, from objections raised within the consistory courts to proceedings for assent on the appointment of clergy. Dioceses such as Lichfield have specific policies to address persistent, unreasonable and/or vexatious complaints, and the forthcoming Clergy Conduct Measure includes a dedicated system for handling vexatious complaints, including the power to impose restraint ordere. The following gobbets are from examples reported to date in L&RUK, and included in our Index. This will be updated in the light of future discussion and case law.’
Law & Religion UK, 16th March 2026
Source: lawandreligionuk.com
‘Justice systems are predominantly analysed in terms of the quality of justice they provide and their level of accessibility. However, justice systems, like all public institutions, operate under resource constraints and must allocate those resources efficiently to achieve the best possible outcomes. In practice, a perpetual challenge for justice system administration is managing fluctuations in demand, i.e., changes in the volume of cases lodged with courts or tribunals by litigants.’
UK Constitutional Law Association, 16th March 2026
Source: ukconstitutionallaw.org
‘The Administrative Court’s decision in R (CGT) v West Sussex County Council is an important restatement of principle in community care law. It decisively rejects attempts by local authorities to invoke ‘double recovery’ as a basis for refusing Care Act funding where a disabled person has received personal injury compensation which is held in trust for them. It also closes the door on the revival of ‘Peters undertakings’ by indirect means, and confirms that local authorities should not seek to involve the Court of Protection in disputes with deputies about care funding eligibility in these cases.’
Law Society's Gazette, 13th March 2026
Source: www.lawgazette.co.uk
‘This was a county court hearing, before DJ Le Bas, in which the issue of injunctions to permit the landlord to force access to the tenant’s property was again addressed. It follows on from the judgment of DJ Cridge in Southern Housing v James Emmanuel (2025) EWCC 58 (our note here) that held the Court had no jurisdiction to make such an order. In this case DJ Le Bas held that there was jurisdiction and made such an order. (As usual, it appears that the tenants was not represented and did not appear.)’
Nearly Legal, 15th March 2026
Source: nearlylegal.co.uk
‘In the second article in his three-part series on the Defective Premises Act 1972, Andrew Butler KC considers the statutory test of fitness for habitation and examines how the courts have interpreted what is required for a dwelling to meet that standard.’
Tanfield Chambers, 12th March 2026
Source: tanfieldchambers.co.uk
‘Andrew Butler KC commences a short three-part series of articles examining the Defective Premises Act 1972. This first article considers why the Act, historically overlooked, may now be assuming a more prominent role in property damage claims and explores the key developments shaping its renewed significance.’
Tanfield Chambers, 24th February 2026
Source: tanfieldchambers.co.uk
‘Ms Collardeau’s application seeking the committal of Mr Fuchs, for contempt of court. No separate penalty for contempt was ordered, but a costs order was made against Mr Fuchs, summarily assessed at £100,000 inclusive of VAT.’
Financial Remedies Journal, 9th March 2026
Source: financialremediesjournal.com
‘An Irish woman whose boss repeatedly shouted “potato” at her when they disagreed at work has been awarded £23,000 in a harassment payout.’
The Independent, 10th March 2026
Source: www.independent.co.uk
‘This study examines women’s maternity experiences in UK policing across pregnancy, maternity leave, and return to work. Drawing on a large-scale mixed-methods survey (n = 4752), it highlights how organisational culture, rather than formal policy alone, shapes maternity journeys, wellbeing, and long-term career trajectories. Quantitative findings reveal declining support across the maternity stages, with only 25% of participants reporting adequate mental health support during pregnancy, and just 20% upon returning to work. Supervisor discretion, termed the ‘supervisor lottery’, emerged as a critical factor, with inconsistent communication, marginalisation of flexible working, and organisational silence during maternity leave undermining inclusion and engagement. Support experiences varied significantly across role, disability status, nationality, and length of service. Regression and correlation analyses confirmed that positive early-stage support predicted stronger perceptions of post-maternity work-life balance, mental health, and access to opportunities. However, flexible workers reported poorer access to professional development, suggesting persistent structural biases. Women experiencing weaker organisational support were more likely to report altered career aspirations, suggesting that disadvantage can accumulate across the maternity journey to reshape long-term outcomes. The study goes beyond identifying barriers to offer grounded, practitioner-focused recommendations to embed structural change. These include strengthening supervisory accountability, normalising flexible working, integrating perinatal mental health into occupational health provision, and formalising maternity-related communication pathways. A cultural reorientation is needed that views maternity not as a disruption, but as a routine, supported part of a sustainable policing career. Embedding these changes is vital to improving retention, organisational resilience, and the representation of women in UK policing.’
Policing and Society, 11th March 2026
Source: doi.org
‘A woman imprisoned and forced to work for a mother of 10 for more than a quarter of a century in “Dickensian” conditions has said nothing can give her back her lost years as her abuser was sentenced to 13 years.’
The Guardian, 12th March 2026
Source: www.theguardian.com
‘Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities experience the poorest outcomes across multiple domains, including over-representation in the Criminal Justice System. Despite several government publications, limited research explores their specific experiences within criminal justice services. This scoping review aimed to synthesise existing literature on the prison experiences of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller individuals, particularly regarding the extent to which their cultural needs are met. The review included qualitative studies published in English from 1994 onward, focusing on Gypsy, Roma and Traveller individuals’ prison experiences. A search of three academic databases and grey literature was conducted, and screening followed PRISMA-ScR guidelines. Variables were extracted to assess inclusion criteria, summarise findings, and chart demographic data such as gender and country of origin. Twelve studies met the inclusion criteria. Core themes identified included discrimination, limited understanding of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller culture and relationships, and inadequate opportunities to meet cultural needs in custody. Although the small number of studies limits generalisability, the recurrence of these themes across different contexts indicates systemic issues. Overall, the findings suggest that Gypsy, Roma and Traveller prisoners have predominantly negative experiences, with key cultural needs unmet and poorly understood. The findings suggest more focused research and policy development are needed to address these systemic shortcomings within custodial environments.’
Journal of Forensic Psychiatry & Psychology, 11th March 2026
Source: doi.org
‘A claimant giving evidence in the High Court was fed answers through smart glasses he was wearing that were connected to his mobile phone, a judge has found.’
Legal Futures, 13th March 2026
Source: www.legalfutures.co.uk
‘The UK’s asylum system is being overhauled. The home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, has laid out a series of reforms that will affect refugees seeking safety in Britain. Mahmood argues that these changes – which include removing financial and housing support for asylum seekers who break the law, and offering incentive payments for asylum seekers whose claims have been rejected to return home – will remove “incentives” drawing people to Britain. She says they are necessary as part of a “firm but fair approach” to asylum.’
EIN Blog, 11th March 2026
Source: www.ein.org.uk
‘Welsh Water is set to pay a proposed £44.7m after the industry regulator found “serious and unacceptable” breaches in the supplier’s sewage and network services.’
BBC News, 12th March 2026
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
‘A therapist who claimed he could heal birth trauma through sexual touching and oral sex has been sentenced to 11 years in prison.’
The Guardian, 12th March 2026
Source: www.theguardian.com
Court of Appeal (Civil Division)
H (Children: Expertise of Witness) [2026] EWCA Civ 249 (12 March 2026)
High Court (Administrative Court)
The Director of Public Prosecutions v O hAnnaidh [2026] EWHC 540 (Admin) (11 March 2026)
High Court (Patents Court)
Nador Cott Protection SAS v Asda Stores Ltd & Anor [2026] EWHC 553 (Pat) (12 March 2026)
High Court (King’s Bench Division)
Berg v Jones [2026] EWHC 564 (KB) (12 March 2026)
Baroness Lawrence & Ors v Associated Newspapers Ltd [2026] EWHC 556 (KB) (12 March 2026)
High Court (Technology and Construction Court)
Source: www.bailii.org
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