Four men jailed over global paedophile ring – BBC News
“Four men have been jailed for their parts in running a paedophile ring that sent millions of indecent images around the world.”
BBC News, 13th June 2011
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
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Barclays makes pledge on PPI compensation – The Independent
“Barclays pledged today to compensate on a no-quibbles basis tens of thousands of its customers who were mis-sold payment protection insurance (PPI). The group is the first bank to make such a move as it confirmed it was contacting customers who made a complaint before April 20 to settle claims in full as a ‘gesture of goodwill’.”
The Independent, 13th June 2011
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Scottish Parliament financial powers set to be boosted – BBC News
“The UK government has unveiled plans to give the Scottish Parliament more financial powers. Holyrood will be able to borrow more money, issue bonds to access cash from capital markets and protect itself from sudden changes in spending levels. The powers will be brought forward in an enhanced Scotland Bill, which is already going through Westminster.”
BBC News, 13th June 2011
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Why is BAILII appealing for funds?
“BAILII’s operating costs have been running at approximately £160,000 per annum, excluding replacement of computer hardware and other items which are not incurred annually. This figure will be reduced following an offer by The Institute of Advanced Legal Studies to reduce the quarterly overhead charge which it makes to BAILII for use of office space at the Institute and other services.
BAILII’s future is uncertain because of the lack of secure funding to meet these costs. The Society for Computers & Law is not currently in a position to provide funding to BAILII, but has stated that it remains supportive of BAILII and will review the situation if circumstances change. The Law Society Charity has provided funding to BAILII for 2011, but has indicated that it may be unable to continue to provide funding to BAILII thereafter; BAILII hopes that the Law Society may be able to continue to provide funding to BAILII in some other manner. The contract with Her Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service under which BAILII receives payments from Government sources continues until March 2012; BAILII hopes that it will be renewed but there is no guarantee that this will happen.
If BAILII is to survive, it is essential that BAILII should obtain new sources of funding before its funds run out. We need much more support, particularly if major sponsors are not able to continue funding. But in any event BAILII’s expenditure has been exceeding its income from sponsorship in recent years and this needs to be remedied as a matter of urgency.
This appeal is mainly directed towards sets of Chambers and solicitors’ firms. Legal associations, academic institutions and publishers are also invited to contribute. We are confident we can reach our target provided that all those who use BAILII and who want to go on using BAILII respond to this urgent call for help.”
Views on settlement for non-EU workers needed – Home Office
“Migrants coming to work on temporary visas will no longer be able to apply for permanent settlement, under proposals announced today. The current system has meant that almost anyone who has been working in the UK for five years is eligible to apply to stay permanently. Launching a public consultation on reforms to the work routes leading to settlement today, the immigration minister also set out plans to re-classify visas as either ‘temporary’ or ‘permanent’ and introduce stricter criteria for those who want to stay.”
Home Office, 9th June 2011
Source: www.homeoffice.gov.uk
‘Neighbours from hell’ claim eviction breached their human rights – Daily Telegraph
“Paul and Amanda Wilkes and their two children were finally thrown out of their home after 57 allegations of anti-social behaviour in just five months. But they have secured legal aid to take Blackpool council to the European Court of Human Rights – despite admitting ‘we’re no angels.’ ”
Daily Telegraph, 11th June 2011
Source: www.telegraph.co.uk
Prison governor Barry Cummings jailed for child sex crimes – BBC News
“A prison governor branded as ‘arrogant’ and ‘overbearing’ has been jailed for child sex offences.”
BBC News, 10th June 2011
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
DPP Starmer backs televised courts idea – BBC News
“The Director of Public Prosecutions of England and Wales, Keir Starmer, has backed calls for some court proceedings to be televised.”
BBC News, 12th June 2011
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
‘Cuckold’ case will test the limits of the internet – The Observer
“A plumber who used the internet to highlight his wife’s affair with a director of one of the world’s largest financial companies will appear in court on harassment charges. Lawyers believe the case could help define the limits of free expression on the internet.”
The Observer, 12th June 2011
Source: http://observer.guardian.co.uk/
Inquiry launched into slavery in the UK – The Observer
“A major inquiry into human trafficking will be launched this week amid claims that slavery remains as much of a problem in modern Britain as when it was abolished more than 200 years ago.”
The Observer, 12th June 2011
Source: http://observer.guardian.co.uk/
West Indian death row prisoners to be defended by British lawyers – The Guardian
“The fate of six West Indian prisoners on death row will be decided through the adjudication of the privy council this summer amid fresh pressure from the Caribbean to limit the UK’s role in determining capital punishment cases.”
The Guardian, 12th June 2011
Source: www.guardian.co.uk
High cost of compensation culture and ‘human rights’ – Daily Telegraph
“Natasha Sivanandan has spent 25 years pursuing tribunal cases and has now secured her biggest victory with a £425,000 payout.”
Daily Telegraph, 11th June 2011
Source: www.telegraph.co.uk
Juror in Facebook contempt prosecution after ‘contacting defendant during trial’ – Daily Telegraph
“A female juror will stand trial this week accused of contempt of court after she allegedly sent messages to a defendant through Facebook, causing a multi-million pound drug trial to collapse.”
Daily Telegraph, 13th June 2011
Source: www.telegraph.co.uk
East Sussex GP Antony Collis jailed for abusing girls – BBC News
“A former GP who indecently assaulted young girls at his Sussex surgery has been jailed for more than eight years.”
BBC News, 10th June 2011
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Blackmailer demanded £500 ransom to return woman’s dog – The Guardian
“A man who kidnapped a bank director’s dog and demanded a ransom of £500, in revenge for her failure to help secure him a loan, has been jailed for two years.”
The Guardian, 10th June 2011
Source: www.guardian.co.uk
Serial rapist jailed indefinitely – The Independent
“A serial rapist who subjected three strangers to terrifying assaults in a 10-week period was jailed indefinitely for public protection today.”
The Independent, 10th June 2011
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Gwent Police cleared after Robert Whatley car chase – BBC News
“Two Gwent Police officers have been cleared of wrongdoing after smashing a car window at the end of a pursuit.”
BBC News, 10th June 2011
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Injured at protest, the student now in court for violent disorder – The Independent
“Student Alfie Meadows had to have emergency brain surgery from head injuries he received during a tuition fees protest in December. Today the 21-year-old goes to court on charges of violent disorder at the same demonstration, and faces up to five years in prison.”
The Independent, 9th June 2011
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Nigel Farage crash pilot given two-year community order – The Guardian
“The pilot of a plane that crashed on election day, injuring Ukip leader Nigel Farage, was given a two-year community order today after a court heard his threats to kill the politician were ‘a cry for help’. ”
The Guardian, 10th June 2011
Source: www.guardian.co.uk
