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 sally

‘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

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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 sally

‘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 sally

‘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

‘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 sally

‘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

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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 sally

‘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

Family President issues revised practice guidance on approach of court to unregistered placements – Local Government Lawyer

‘The President of the Family Division, Sir Andrew McFarlane, has published updated guidance on the Court’s approach to unregistered placements for children and young people.’

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Local Government Lawyer, 12th October 2023

Source: www.localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk

Met Police: Communities traumatised by stop and search – BBC News

‘A senior Metropolitan Police officer says stop and search, when done poorly, has traumatised communities in London. Deputy Assistant Commissioner Ade Adelekan said the force recognised it needed a “reset”.’

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BBC news, 13th October 2023

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Warminster delivery driver fined £4,560 for fly-tipping – BBC News

Posted October 13th, 2023 in environmental health, environmental protection, fines, news, waste by sally

‘A delivery driver has been issued with a £4,560 fine for fly-tipping.’

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BBC News, 13th October 2023

Source: www.bbc.co.uk

Implementation of Jade’s law – Local Government Lawyer

‘Amrita Hurst, Hannah Taylor and Jake Barras look at the questions raised by Justice Secretary Alex Chalk’s plan to implement “Jade’s law”.’

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Local Government Lawyer, 13th October 2023

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Discharge of care orders – Local Government Lawyer

Posted October 13th, 2023 in care orders, children, families, local government, news by sally

‘Dr Jo Staines, Dr Jessica Roy and Dr Beth Stone of the University of Bristol set out the issues that arise when applications are made by parents for the discharge of care orders in England and Wales.’

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Local Government Lawyer, 13th October 2023

Source: www.localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk

Solicitor dismissed over health problems awarded £1.1m damages – Legal Futures

Posted October 13th, 2023 in damages, employment, employment tribunals, health, news, solicitors, unfair dismissal by sally

‘A solicitor whose career in company secretarial work was “thrown severely off course” after being sacked due to having asthma has been awarded damages of £1.1m.’

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Legal Futures, 13th October 2023

Source: www.legalfutures.co.uk

Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offences launched – Home Office

Posted October 13th, 2023 in criminal justice, disclosure, fraud, government departments, news by sally

‘An independent review into disclosure and fraud, led by Jonathan Fisher KC, has launched to make it quicker and easier to bring criminals to justice.’

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Home Office, 12th October 2023

Source: www.gov.uk

‘Major milestone’: CAT to rule on collective action settlement – Law Society’s Gazette

Posted October 13th, 2023 in appeals, class actions, competition, news, tribunals by sally

‘A “pioneering” £1.5m settlement has been agreed in a car delivery charges opt-out claim which the Competition Appeal Tribunal will now need to approve – potentially a first for the tribunal in a collective action.’

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Law Society’s Gazette, 12th October 2023

Source: www.lawgazette.co.uk

Barristers lose out in ‘all or nothing’ £150k fee claim – Law Society’s Gazette

Posted October 13th, 2023 in barristers, fees, news by sally

‘Two barristers, one of them a silk, have lost what was described as an “all or nothing” court case in which they sued a former client for £150,000 in fees.’

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Law Society's Gazette, 12th October 2023

Source: www.lawgazette.co.uk

BBC and ITV among broadcasters investigated over possible competition law breaches – The Guardian

Posted October 13th, 2023 in BBC, competition, media, news, ombudsmen by sally

‘The competition watchdog has launched an investigation into a group of broadcasters, including the BBC and ITV, over their use of freelance staff and services.’

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The Guardian, 12th October 2023

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Microsoft’s $69bn deal to buy Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard cleared by UK – The Guardian

Posted October 13th, 2023 in competition, computer programs, news, ombudsmen by sally

‘The UK’s competition watchdog has cleared Microsoft’s $69bn (£54bn) deal to buy Activision Blizzard, the maker of games including Call of Duty and World of Warcraft, in a move that paves the way for both companies to complete the transaction.’

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The Guardian, 13th October 2023

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Call for parole change after serial attacker jailed – BBC News

Posted October 13th, 2023 in attempted murder, news, parole, rape, recidivists, sexual offences by sally

‘The case of a sex offender who attacked a woman in her 70s just months after he was released from prison shows the parole system needs reforming, an MP said.’

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BBC News, 12th October 2023

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Judges told not to jail rapists due to overcrowded prisons – The Independent

Posted October 12th, 2023 in bail, early release, judiciary, news, prisons, sentencing by sally

‘Defendants convicted of some of the most serious crimes including rape and burglary will reportedly face delays in going to prison from next week because jails are full.’

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The Independent, 12th October 2023

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Law Society urges reform of “outdated” mental health legislation – Local Government Lawyer

Posted October 12th, 2023 in bills, civil justice, Law Society, mental health, news, tribunals by sally

‘The Law Society has called for urgent reforms to the Mental Health Act, which it has described as “outdated”.’

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Local Government Lawyer, 11th October 2023

Source: www.localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk