Rochdale Council drops town centre swearing ban – BBC News
‘A plan to ban swearing in a town centre has been scrapped after police said it was “unenforceable”.’
BBC News, 19th December 2017
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Category: enforcement
UK regulator scrutinises the way ISPs manage network traffic – OUT-LAW.com
‘The UK’s telecoms regulator has opened a new “enforcement programme” to formally monitor the way in which internet service providers (ISPs) manage the flow of data over their networks.’
OUT-LAW.com, 11th December 2017
Source: www.out-law.com
Environmental Law News Update – Six Pump Court
‘In this latest Environmental Law News Update Christopher Badger and Charles Morgan consider the Environment Agency’s consultation on a new Enforcement and Sanctions Policy, an inquiry into Green Finance by the Environmental Audit Committee and new farming rules for water.’
Six Pump Court, 4th December 2017
Source: www.6pumpcourt.co.uk
Rogue landlords enjoy an easy ride as councils fail to prosecute – The Guardian
‘Councils across Britain have been accused of letting rogue landlords off the hook, after new figures revealed that most have failed to secure a single prosecution.’
The Guardian, 28th October 2017
Source: www.theguardian.com
Signature of St Albans (Property) Guernsey Ltd v Wragg [2017] EWHC 2352 (Ch) – Tanfield Chambers
‘The Court determined that restrictive covenants created by two conveyances dating back to 1910 continued to affect the Claimant’s property and were in principle enforceable by injunction by any or all of the Defendants against the Claimant.’
Tanfield Chambers, 12th October 2017
Source: www.tanfieldchambers.co.uk
Restrictive Covenants – can I build a house in the garden? – Tanfield Chambers
‘The lure of profit can make the construction of a new house in the back garden a tempting prospect. Surely with the constant cry for new homes, such development should be encouraged? Unfortunately, even if planning permission can be obtained for the construction of a “starter-home” in the grounds, it is not uncommon to find a restrictive covenant registered against the title which prohibits the erection of more than one dwelling-house on the plot. “Nimby” neighbours can be all too keen to rely on such covenants to try and stop the proposed works.’
Tanfield Chambers, 12th October 2017
Source: www.tanfieldchambers.co.uk
One in five stopped by immigration enforcement is a UK citizen, figures show – The Guardian
‘One in five people stopped by immigration enforcement teams in Britain’s biggest cities is a UK national, according to newly revealed figures that critics say cast doubt on official claims that such stops are “intelligence-led”.’
The Guardian, 8th October 2017
Source: www.theguardian.com
“Ingenious arguments” fail to topple “smash and grab” award – Practical Law: Construction Blog
‘It’s been a while since I’ve blogged about a payment notice case, and so the case of Jonjohnson Construction Ltd v Eagle Building Services Ltd caught my eye.’
Practical Law: Construction Blog, 3rd October 2017
Ryanair law breach leaves UK regulator CAA ‘furious’ – BBC News
‘Ryanair has been threatened with legal action for “persistently misleading” passengers about their rights following thousands of flight cancellations.’
BBC News, 28th September 2017
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Couple who disguised house as a garage told to tear it down – Daily Telegraph
‘A couple who disguised a house as a garage and lived in it for four years have been ordered to tear it down.’
Daily Telegraph, 19th September 2017
Source: www.telegraph.co.uk
Woman deceived by police spy refuses to pay Met legal bill – The Guardian
‘An environmental campaigner who was deceived into forming a long-term intimate relationship with a police spy is refusing to pay Scotland Yard a £7,000 legal bill incurred during her quest for the truth.’
The Guardian, 28th August 2017
Source: www.theguardian.com
Taxi laws need updating to tackle child sexual abuse, say councils – The Guardian
‘Taxi laws need urgently updating to combat child sexual exploitation, councils have warned.’
The Guardian, 25th August 2017
Source: www.theguardian.com
Children: Public Law Update (August 2017) – Family Law Week
‘John Tughan QC of 4 Paper Buildings reviews a range of recent important public law cases.’
Family Law Week, 9th August 2017
Source: www.familylawweek.co.uk
‘Professional’ trustees likely to receive higher penalties for wrongdoing, says Pensions Regulator – OUT-LAW.com
‘Pension scheme trustees that are considered to be ‘professional trustees’ can expect higher penalties for wrongdoing, The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has said.’
OUT-LAW.com, 14th August 2017
Source: www.out-law.com
LegalUK: The strength of English law and the UK jurisdiction – Courts and Tribunals Judiciary
‘The Lord Chief Justice and the Chancellor of the High Court have recently spoken about the need to counter misperceptions surrounding the certainty of litigating, arbitrating or otherwise resolving disputes in the UK. This booklet emphasises the unique strengths of English law and the high quality of dispute resolution services in the United Kingdom.’
Courts and Tribunals Judiciary, 4th August 2017
Source: www.judiciary.gov.uk
Ministers ‘sneak out’ plans to privatise collection of court fines – The Independent
‘Plans to outsource the collection of court fines have been “snuck out” by the government, putting 150 civil service jobs at risk. HM Courts & Tribunals Service said it was in talks with “providers”, adding that the move would save millions of pounds.’
The Independent, 1st August 2017
Source: www.independent.co.uk
White collar crime prosecutions fall as offences rise – OUT-LAW.com
‘The number of white collar crime prosecutions in the UK fell by 12% between 2015 and 2016, despite a 4% increase in the number of reported offences.’
OUT-LAW.com,, 31st July 2017
Source: www.out-law.com
Litigators evenly split on impact of Brexit – Litigation Futures
‘Litigation lawyers in London are fairly evenly split on whether Brexit will lead to a “significant flight of work” to other jurisdictions, a survey has found.’
Litigation Futures, 31st July 2017
Source: www.litigationfutures.com
Mike Ashley wins high court battle over ‘£15m pub deal’ – The Guardian
‘Newcastle United owner and Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley has won a high court battle with investment banker Jeffrey Blue over a £15m deal allegedly made in a London pub.’
The Guardian, 26th July 2017
Source: www.theguardian.com
