16/10/2023 – Current Awareness

‘Oday Yabari, R (on the application of) v The Lord Mayor and Citizens of the City of Westminster (2023) EWHC 185 (Admin). A judicial review of what was alleged to be Westminster’s failure to meet its s.188(1) duty to secure suitable accommodation and breach of Public Sector Equality Duty.’

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Nearly Legal, 15th October 2023

Source: nearlylegal.co.uk

UK Mandatory Disclosure Rules (MDR) for cross-border tax avoidance arrangements – OUT-LAW.com

Posted October 16th, 2023 in brexit, disclosure, HM Revenue & Customs, news, tax avoidance, taxation, time limits by tracey

‘New UK rules requiring disclosure of cross-border tax avoidance arrangements have been introduced to replace DAC6, the EU’s mandatory disclosure regime. Under the new Mandatory Disclosure Rules (MDR), disclosure has been extended to include arrangements wholly outside the UK/EU.’

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OUT-LAW.com, 13th October 2023

Source: www.pinsentmasons.com

Thousands more eligible for financial help with court fees – Ministry of Justice

Posted October 16th, 2023 in consultations, fees, legal aid, Ministry of Justice, news by tracey

‘The most vulnerable in society will be better supported to access justice following an expansion of a scheme to help people with court and tribunal fees.’

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Ministry of Justice, 16th October 2023

Source: www.gov.uk

“No evidence” that barristers need new AML regime – Legal Futures

Posted October 16th, 2023 in barristers, Legal Services Board, money laundering, news, terrorism by tracey

‘There is “absolutely no evidence” that barristers and other advocates need a new anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing regime, their UK representative bodies have argued.’

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Legal Futures, 16th October 2023

Source: www.legalfutures.co.uk

CPS prosecution guidance on protests and demonstrations in light of the Middle East conflict – Crown Prosecution Service

Posted October 16th, 2023 in criminal damage, criminal justice, Crown Prosecution Service, demonstrations, freedom of expression, hate crime, Israel, news, proscribed organisations, public order, terrorism, war by tracey

‘The CPS is aware that following the recent disturbing events in the Middle East, the public and many different communities may be concerned about protests or demonstrations. The CPS recognises that whilst in the main demonstrations and protests will be peaceful and lawful, there may be incidents of public disorder and it is possible that some individuals may commit criminal offences.’

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Crown Prosecution Service, 13th October 2023

Source: www.cps.gov.uk

Coroners’ warning loophole branded a ‘systemic scandal’ amid calls for overhaul – The Independent

Posted October 16th, 2023 in bereavement, coroners, families, inquests, news by tracey

‘Bereaved families have branded a loophole over coroners’ warnings on preventable deaths a “systemic scandal” and called for an independent body to make sure recommendations are implemented.’

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The Independent, 16th October 2023

Source: www.independent.co.uk

Charities ‘concerned’ over lack of progress with Renters Reform Bill – BBC News

Posted October 16th, 2023 in bills, charities, housing, landlord & tenant, news, repossession by tracey

‘A group of 30 charities and non-profit organisations have urged the Prime Minister to pass a bill to ban “no-fault” evictions.’

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BBC News, 16th October 2023

Source: www.bbc.co.uk