‘The long-running debate over mandatory reporting of child abuse in England has entered a new legislative phase, with provisions in the Crime and Policing Bill progressing through Parliament amid continued professional and political scrutiny.’
Family Law, 23rd February 2026
Source: www.familylaw.co.uk
‘The Divisional Court in R (Ammori) v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2026] EWHC 292 (Admin)(Dame Victoria Sharp P and Swift and Steyn JJ) has held that the proscription of Palestine Action should be quashed on the basis that the Home Secretary had failed to follow relevant policy guidance and had not struck a fair balance in respect of relevant rights under the European Convention on Human Rights.
The Home Secretary has indicated that she intends to appeal.
This ‘extended look’ article will examine the grounds on which the claim succeeded and evaluate the Home Secretary’s potential prospects on appeal.’
UK Human Rights Blog, 23rd February 2026
Source: ukhumanrightsblog.com
‘The long-awaited Representation of the People Bill was laid before the House of Commons on 12 February 2026. This followed the Government’s earlier policy paper, “Restoring Trust in our Democracy”, published in July 2025, which outlined the Government’s bold aim to “usher in a new chapter in our democracy, reflecting our principles, and restoring faith in our politics”.’
UK Constitutional Law Association, 23rd February 2026
Source: ukconstitutionallaw.org
‘Planning reform in England this year is expected to accelerate, with updates from both the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and the Planning and Infrastructure Act set to take effect.’
OUT-LAW.com, 20th February 2026
Source: www.pinsentmasons.com
‘This was a s.204 appeal of Haringey’s decision on review that Mr Zikic was not homeless because it was reasonable to remain in his then accommodation, a private assured shorthold tenancy of a one bed flat. The flat, notably, could only be accessed by a flight of 15 steps. Mr Z is disabled.’
Nearly Legal, 22nd February 2026
Source: nearlylegal.co.uk
‘The Court of Appeal has rejected a challenge brought by the British Medical Association against the General Medical Council’s decision to describe physician associates and anaesthesia associates as “medical professionals” in official guidance. In considering the claim, the Court has provided clarity as to the appropriate legal test to be applied when challenging guidance which might not squarely qualify as a “policy” in the established sense. The case is R (British Medical Association) v General Medical Council [2026] EWCA Civ 143 (20 February 2026).’
Administrative Court Blog, 20th February 2026
‘On 13 February 2026, Mr Justice Swift in the High Court dismissed a challenge to guidance issued by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (“EHRC”). This interim guidance sought to assist service providers interpreting duties under the Equality Act 2010 (“EA 2010”) in the wake of the judgment in For Women Scotland Limited v The Scottish Ministers [2025] UKSC 16.’
Administrative Court Blog, 20th February 2026
‘In a transmission direction order handed down on Friday, the court ruled that anyone wishing to observe the submissions remotely must request permission to do so. The order was made by the master of the rolls Sir Geoffrey Vos, chancellor of the High Court Sir Colin Birss and Lady Justice Andrews, who are hearing the appeal.’
Law Society Gazette, 23rd February 2026
Source: www.lawgazette.co.uk
‘Mr Alan Bates, sitting as a Deputy Judge of the High Court in Kevin Demirci Properties Ltd v Huw Griffiths Architects Ltd, said the conduct of the unnamed barrister was so serious that a copy of the ruling should be sent to the Bar Standards Board.’
Law Society Gazette, 23rd February 2026
Source: www.lawgazette.co.uk
‘A litigant in person has been made subject to an extended civil restraint order after contempt applications she made against her former lawyers were found to be totally without merit.’
Law Society Gazette, 23rd February 2026
Source: www.lawgazette.co.uk
‘As part of an ongoing initiative to use the Great Hall as a law-related exhibition space, and to welcome the public to the Royal Courts of Justice, a new exhibition showcasing the work of Fine Cell Work is now on display.’
Courts and Tribunals Judiciary, 17th February 2026
Source: www.judiciary.uk
‘Mr Justice Turner has decided in the High Court that he should not disapply provisions in the Limitation Act 1980 in a case brought by three men who claim to have been abused in children’s homes owned by Leicestershire County Council.’
Local Government Lawyer, 19th February 2026
Source: www.localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk
‘The High Court has dismissed 26 grounds argued by three groups of boat owners in a dispute over moorings at West Molesey in Surrey.’
Local Government Lawyer, 19th February 2026
Source: www.localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk
‘The London Borough of Tower Hamlets unlawfully assessed the needs of an applicant under section 9 of the Care Act 2014 by failing to identify overnight care needs in an “unexplained leap of reasoning”, the High Court has found.’
Local Government Lawyer, 20th February 2026
Source: www.localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk
‘The national governing body for athletics in Great Britain has pleaded guilty to corporate manslaughter after the death of a Paralympian in London.’
Crown Prosecution Service, 20th February 2026
Source: www.cps.gov.uk
‘On 9th of February this year the European Commission adopted new measures under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) to prevent the destruction of unsold apparel, clothing accessories and footwear, including additional detail on mandatory disclosures. These rules will apply from 19 July 2026 and aim to reduce the practice of textiles being destroyed before they are sold and worn.’
UK Human Rights Blog, 19th February 2026
Source: ukhumanrightsblog.com
‘Paul Newman KC considers the government’s proposals for the future of pension trustees set out in a recent DWP consultation paper, and asks whether it spells the end for the traditional lay trustee governance structure.’
Pensions Barrister, 19th February 2026
Source: www.pensionsbarrister.com
‘New rules that have come into effect in England risk complicating, rather than simplifying, the process of assembling land for development through the use of compulsory purchase orders (CPOs), a planning expert has said.’
OUT-LAW.com, 19th February 2026
Source: www.pinsentmasons.com
‘The recent dismissal of a foreign state’s claim related to commercial property illustrates the willingness of the English courts to enforce clear contractual rights, an expert has said. ‘
OUT-LAW.com, 19th February 2026
Source: www.pinsentmasons.com
‘The Court of Appeal (Baker and Elisabeth Laing LJJ, Sir Nicholas Underhill) has allowed the Home Secretary’s appeal against the High Court’s finding that her failure to provide digital documentation confirming the status of those on section 3C leave breached her duty under section 55 of the Borders, Citizenship and Immigration Act 2009. The section 55 duty requires her to have regard to the welfare of children when discharging her immigration functions. The appeal was upheld essentially on procedural grounds comprising a confluence of (i) the claimant’s defective pleadings, and (ii) the prejudice caused to the defendant as a result.’
Administrative Court Blog, 19th February 2026
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