‘The ruling puts an emphasis on acquiring authorities to clearly explain when notice for carrying out surveys will expire and to seek information about operations on the land. It also confirms that notices can be effective if issued by first class post – even if the recipient disposes of the notice without reading it.’
OUT-LAW.com, 7th July 2026
Source: www.pinsentmasons.com
‘Last week, the Supreme Court handed down its long-awaited judgment in HMRC v BlueCrest Capital Management (UK) LLP. For anyone advising professional services firms on LLP structuring – asset managers, law firms, accountancy practices, consultancies – and of course for those in LLPs themselves, this is an essential read.’
Legal Futures, 8th July 2026
Source: www.legalfutures.co.uk
‘The £28m fine, which was reduced by 30% as Virgin Media admitted to its failing and agreed to settle the case, is Ofcom’s biggest ever under the regulator’s consumer protection rules.’
The Guardian, 8th July 2026
Source: www.theguardian.com
‘A “wretched” 14-year neighbours’ battle over a fence, an ornamental squirrel and a YouTuber’s offensive songs about the man next door has left a couple facing more than £130,000 in court bills.’
The Independent, 8th July 2026
Source: www.independent.co.uk
‘In an emphatic ruling that is likely to signal an end to new litigation relating to the phone-hacking scandal era, the high court dismissed all the group’s claims, stating that the claimants had not proved that any information had been obtained unlawfully.’
The Guardian, 7th July 2026
Source: www.theguardian.com
‘A manager who was unfairly accused of subscribing to the website “Hot Cougar Dates” with his work email has won almost £120,000 in compensation.’
The Independent, 7th July 2026
Source: www.independent.co.uk
‘A man who murdered his wife in their kitchen has had the minimum term of his life sentence increased after the Court of Appeal ruled it was unduly lenient.’
BBC News, 7th July 2026
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
‘A former reality television star has lost a £500,000 Appeal Court battle with two bird-breeding brothers, following a ruling that his “negligence” led to the deaths of three of their prize falcons.’
The Independent, 7th July 2026
Source: www.independent.co.uk
‘Gamblers who spend more than £1,000 online in a 24-hour window will have to undergo a financial risk assessment, the industry regulator has announced.’
BBC News, 7th July 2026
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
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