Recent Statutory Instruments – legislation.gov.uk
Source: www.legislation.gov.uk
BAILII: Recent Decisions
High Court (Chancery Division)
Avocet Industrial Estates LLP v Merol Ltd & Anor [2011] EWHC 3422 (Ch) (19 December 2011)
High Court (Administrative Court)
High Court (Commercial Court)
Ener-G Holdings Plc v Hormell [2011] EWHC 3290 (Comm) (14 December 2011)
Source: www.bailii.org
Man who accused neighbour of being James Bulger killer spared jail – The Guardian
“A man who falsely accused his neighbour of being one of James Bulger’s killers has been spared an immediate prison sentence.”
The Guardian, 11th Janaury 2012
Source: www.guardian.co.uk
Prosecutors to be able to challenge bail decisions – Daily Telegraph
“Prosecutors will be able to challenge crown court decisions to release suspected serious offenders out on bail after David Cameron announced a change in the law yesterday.”
Daily Telegraph, 11th January 2012
Source: www.telegraph.co.uk
Lords inflict triple welfare bill defeat on government – The Guardian
“The government’s plans to reform welfare were badly hit on Wednesday when it suffered three defeats in the House of Lords on proposed benefit cuts.”
The Guardian, 11th January 2012
Source: www.guardian.co.uk
ECHR: Britain loses 3 in 4 cases at human rights court – Daily Telegraph
“Britain has lost three out of four cases taken to the European Court of Human Rights, new figures have shown.”
Daily Telegraph, 12th January 2012
Source: www.telegraph.co.uk
Breast implant scandal: comestic surgery companies face court action – The Guardian
“Andrew Lansley, the health secretary, intends to pursue through the courts the cosmetic industry companies that are refusing free operations to women wanting substandard breast implants removed.”
The Guardian, 11th January 2012
Source: www.guardian.co.uk
Decision due on torture charges against MI5 and MI6 – The Guardian
“British spies are expected to find out whether they will face charges over their alleged complicity in the torture of terror suspects.”
The Guardian, 12th January 2012
Source: www.guardian.co.uk
HMRC extends alternative dispute resolution trial for smaller businesses – OUT-LAW.com
“An alternative dispute resolution (ADR) pilot which allows smaller businesses to resolve tax disputes without having to resort to a tribunal is to be extended, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced.”
OUT-LAW.com, 11th January 2012
Source: www.out-law.com
BBC wins right to broadcast prisoner interview – BBC News
“The High Court has ruled that Justice Secretary Ken Clarke was wrong to stop the BBC filming a terrorism suspect held for seven years without trial.”
BBC News, 11th January 2012
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Is internet access a human right? – UK Human Rights Blog
“A recent United Nations Human Rights Council report examined the important question of whether internet access is a human right.”
UK Human Rights Blog, 11th January 2012
Source: www.ukhumanrightsblog.com
BAILII: Recent Decisions
High Court (Family Division)
A v L [2011] EWHC 3150 (Fam) (07 December 2011)
High Court (Technology and Construction Court)
AMP v Persons Unknown [2011] EWHC 3454 (TCC) (20 December 2011)
Source: www.bailii.org
Recent Statutory Instruments – legislation.gov.uk
The Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010 (Commencement No.1 and Transitional Provision) Order 2011
The Landfill Allowances Scheme (Wales) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2011
The Local Government (Structural Changes) (Finance) (Amendment) Regulations 2012
The School Admissions (Infant Class Sizes) (England) Regulations 2012
The School Admissions (Appeals Arrangements) (England) Regulations 2012
Source: www.legislation.gov.uk
Council tenants who sub-let homes face prison or fine – BBC News
“Council tenants who sub-let their homes will face up to two years in prison under proposals by the government.”
BBC News, 11th January 2012
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Reported tax avoidance on the increase as accountants track highest ever year for corporate fraud – OUT-LAW.com
“The value of reported fraud cases against UK businesses reached a record £2 billion in 2011, according to a report.”
OUT-LAW.com, 10th January 2012
Source: www.out-law.com
Asbos ban Trowbridge pensioners from feeding pigeons – BBC News
“Two pensioners have been given anti-social behaviour orders (Asbos) stopping them feeding pigeons in Trowbridge for five years.”
BBC News, 10th January 2012
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Woman wins legal judgement forbidding anyone from sharing her photos online – The Independent
“A woman who had sexually explicit self-portraits uploaded onto the internet after her mobile phone was stolen has won a landmark legal judgement forbidding anyone from sharing the photos online.”
The Independent, 10th January 2012
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Sumption QC to be formally sworn in as Supreme Court justice – Legal Week
“Jonathan Sumption QC will be formally sworn in as a Supreme Court justice tomorrow (11 January) following the announcement of his appointment in May last year.”
Legal Week, 10th January 2012
Source: www.legalweek.com
Legal Services Board and Office for Legal Complaints triennial reviews – Ministry of Justice
“The Government’s response to the Public Administration Select Committee report ‘Smaller Government: Shrinking the Quango state’ sets out the plans for reforming public bodies. It includes new triennial review requirements for non-departmental public bodies (NDPB).”
Ministry of Justice, 10th January 2012
Source: www.justice.gov.uk
