Man jailed over failed 2005 London bombings loses attempt to appeal – The Guardian

Posted May 1st, 2015 in appeals, conspiracy, explosives, news, terrorism by sally

‘One of the men jailed for his part in the failed 2005 terrorist attacks in London has lost his attempt to appeal against his conviction. Manfo Asiedu had his application for permission to challenge the conviction for “conspiracy to cause explosions likely to endanger life or to cause serious injury to property” rejected by three court of appeal judges on Thursday.’

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The Guardian, 30th April 2015

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Brighton men jailed for ‘spiked drinks’ rape – BBC News

Posted May 1st, 2015 in alcohol abuse, consent, news, rape, sentencing by sally

‘Three men have been jailed for raping a 19-year-old woman they plied with drink and drugs during a party in Brighton.’

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BBC News, 30th April 2015

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Banker who won tribunal after being dubbed ‘Crazy Miss Cokehead’ warns others against taking legal action – Daily Telegraph

Posted May 1st, 2015 in bullying, damages, employment tribunals, harassment, news, sex discrimination, unfair dismissal, victimisation by sally

‘A banker awarded £3.2 million for sexual harassment after being nicknamed “Crazy Miss Cokehead” and “Miss Bonkers” by bullying male colleagues has described her tribunal as “hell” and cautioned other victims thinking of pursuing a similar claim.’

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Daily Telegraph, 30th April 2015

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Ched Evans website will not face legal action – BBC News

Posted May 1st, 2015 in identification, internet, news, rape, victims by sally

‘No action will be taken against a website supporting rapist Ched Evans following an inquiry into whether his victim was identified.’

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BBC News, 30th April 2015

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Burglars who blew up cash machines and stole £80,000 are jailed – BBC News

Posted May 1st, 2015 in burglary, conspiracy, explosives, news, sentencing by sally

‘Two men who blew up cash machines at two south Wales banks, stealing more than £80,000, have been jailed. Russell Luke Bennett, 21 and Benjamin Brian Barrett, 30, from Bristol, pleaded guilty to conspiring to cause an explosion likely to endanger life and burglary at Cardiff Crown Court. They caused explosions at two Barclays Bank cash machines – one in Treforest, Pontypridd, and another in Bridgend. Barrett was jailed for eight-and-a-half years and Bennett seven-and-a-half.’

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BBC News, 30th April 2015

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Teenager found not guilty of raping his mother after she said it was just a dream – The Guardian

Posted May 1st, 2015 in alcohol abuse, incest, mental health, news, rape, young persons by sally

‘A teenager has been found not guilty of raping his mother as she slept after she told a jury she had dreamed the attack. The boy, who cannot be named, was 14 when his mother woke up and accused him of trying to rape her. Despite calling the police to report the alleged incident, when the case reached trial this week the mother claimed she was “99.9% sure” she had dreamed it after a night out drinking.’

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The Guardian, 30th April 2015

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Gloucestershire police criticised by watchdog over murder of Hollie Gazzard – The Guardian

Posted May 1st, 2015 in complaints, domestic violence, harassment, murder, news, police, stalking by sally

‘Gloucestershire’s police force has been criticised by the police watchdog over its handling of a young woman’s complaints about her violent former boyfriend days before she was brutally murdered as she worked in a hair salon.’

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The Guardian, 30th April 2015

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Delay Too Often Defeats Justice – Speech by Master of the Rolls

Posted April 30th, 2015 in case management, costs, delay, magna carta, news, speeches by sally

Delay Too Often Defeats Justice (PDF)

Speech by Master of the Rolls

The Law Society, Magna Carta Event, 22nd April 2015

Source: www.judiciary.gov.uk

R (on the application of Hemming (t/a Simply Pleasure Ltd) and others) (Respondents) v Westminster City Council (Appellant) – Supreme Court

Posted April 30th, 2015 in appeals, EC law, law reports, licensed premises, local government, references to European Court, Supreme Court by sally

R (on the application of Hemming (t/a Simply Pleasure Ltd) and others) (Respondents) v Westminster City Council (Appellant) [2015] UKSC 25 (YouTube)

Supreme Court, 29th April 2015

Source: www.youtube.com/user/UKSupremeCourt

University and College Union (Appellant) v The University of Stirling (Respondent) (Scotland) – Supreme Court

Posted April 30th, 2015 in appeals, consultations, employment, law reports, redundancy, Scotland, Supreme Court, trade unions, tribunals, universities by sally

University and College Union (Appellant) v The University of Stirling (Respondent) (Scotland) [2015] UKSC 26 (YouTube)

Supreme Court, 29th April 2015

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The Trustees of the Olympic Airlines SA Pension and Life Assurance Scheme (Appellant) v Olympic Airlines SA (Respondent) – Supreme Court

Posted April 30th, 2015 in airlines, appeals, compensation, insolvency, law reports, pensions, Supreme Court by sally

The Trustees of the Olympic Airlines SA Pension and Life Assurance Scheme (Appellant) v Olympic Airlines SA (Respondent) [2015] UKSC 27 (YouTube)

Supreme Court, 29th April 2015

Source: www.youtube.com/user/UKSupremeCourt

R (on the application of ClientEarth) (Appellant) v Secretary of State for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Respondent) – Supreme Court

Posted April 30th, 2015 in appeals, EC law, environmental protection, law reports, pollution, Supreme Court by sally

R (on the application of ClientEarth) (Appellant) v Secretary of State for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Respondent) [2015] UKSC 28 & [2013] UKSC 25 (YouTube)

Supreme Court, 29th April 2015

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Jetivia SA and another (Appellants) v Bilta (UK) Limited and others (Respondents) – Supreme Court

Posted April 30th, 2015 in appeals, company directors, conspiracy, ex turpi causa, fraud, insolvency, law reports, Supreme Court by sally

Jetivia SA and another (Appellants) v Bilta (UK) Limited and others (Respondents) [2015] UKSC 23 (YouTube)

Supreme Court, 22nd April 2015

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R v GH (Respondent) – Supreme Court

Posted April 30th, 2015 in appeals, conspiracy, fraud, law reports, money laundering, proceeds of crime, Supreme Court by sally

R v GH (Respondent) [2015] UKSC 24 (YouTube)

Supreme Court, 22nd April 2015

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How broad is your settlement? – New Law Journal

Posted April 30th, 2015 in agreements, drafting, news by sally

‘Don’t settle for less, says Adam Short.’

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New Law Journal, 24th April 2015

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Children: Private Law Update – Family Law Week

Posted April 30th, 2015 in children, costs, domestic violence, evidence, news by sally

‘Alex Verdan QC of 4 Paper Buildings reviews recent important judgments in private law children cases.’

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Family Law Week, 29th April 2015

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The Professions: Power, Privilege and Legal Liability – Speech by Lord Justice Jackson

Posted April 30th, 2015 in legal profession, negligence, news, professional conduct, speeches by sally

The Professions: Power, Privilege and Legal Liability (PDF)

Speech by Lord Justice Jackson

Professional Negligence Bar Association, 21st April 2015

Source: www.judiciary.gov.uk

Start the clock – New Law Journal

Posted April 30th, 2015 in insurance, legal profession, news, privilege by sally

‘When does a contractual retainer arise & when does legal advice privilege apply, asks David Burrows.’

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New Law Journal, 24th April 2015

Source: www.newlawjournal.co.uk