‘Quickie’ divorces and will writing to be investigated – BBC News
‘Firms offering “quickie” divorces and will writing are to be investigated by the UK’s competition watchdog.’
BBC News, 18th July 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Third Party Costs Orders and Experts: Order Restored – QMLR
‘Sweeting J in the High Court allowed a medico-legal expert’s appeal against a Third Party Costs Order (“TPCO”) made against him. The TPCO had awarded the Defendant NHS Trust the full sum of the costs incurred by it in the defence of the action brought by the Claimant.’
QMLR, 18th July 2023
Source: 1corqmlr.com
Suella Braverman broke law by denying asylum seekers £3 a week, judge rules – The Guardian
‘The home secretary acted unlawfully in failing to provide basic support to asylum seekers, including young children and pregnant women, a judge has ruled.’
The Guardian, 24th July 2023
Source: www.theguardian.com
ClientEarth loses high court fight with Shell over climate strategy – The Guardian
‘An environmental law charity has lost an attempt to revive a lawsuit against Shell over its climate strategy after the high court in London refused permission to bring a case against the energy company.’
The Guardian, 24th July 2023
Source: www.theguardian.com
Tonbridge murder: Two teenagers jailed for fatal stabbing – BBC News
‘Two teenagers have been jailed for the murder of a young man in Tonbridge last summer.’
BBC News, 24th July 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Vicarious liability – what does the latest Supreme Court decision mean for employers? – Mills & Reeve
‘The recent case of Trustees of the Barry Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses v BXB confirmed the boundaries set by the Supreme Court, providing further clarity on the circumstances where an employer may be held vicariously liable.’
Mills & Reeve, 24th July 2023
Source: www.mills-reeve.com
Tougher rules will target illegal ads and fake influencer scams, says Government – The Independent
‘Tougher new rules are set to clamp down on illegal and age-restricted adverts and fake celebrity scams, the Government has said.’
The Independent, 25th July 2023
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Luton: Electric unicycle rider jailed over pensioner’s death – BBC News
‘A man who was riding an electric unicycle on a pavement when he hit an 88-year-old pedestrian, causing fatal injuries, has been jailed.’
BBC News, 24th July 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Man who posed online as child model scout admits 88 sex offences – The Guardian
‘A man who posed online as a scout for child models has admitted 88 sex offences against victims as young as six.’
The Guardian, 24th July 2023
Source: www.theguardian.com
BAILII: Recent Decisions
Court of Appeal (Civil Division)
McGaughey & Anor v Universities Superannuation Scheme Ltd & Ors [2023] EWCA Civ 873 (21 July 2023)
Wright & Ors v BTC Core & Ors (Rev1) [2023] EWCA Civ 868 (20 July 2023)
Zhongshan Fucheng Investment Co Ltd v Federal Republic of Nigeria [2023] EWCA Civ 867 (20 July 2023)
Plescan v Secretary of State for Work and Pensions [2023] EWCA Civ 870 (20 July 2023)
Court of Appeal (Criminal Division)
Hamilton, R. v [2023] EWCA Crim 850 (20 July 2023)
High Court (Administrative Court)
HA & Ors v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2023] EWHC 1876 (Admin) (21 July 2023)
High Court (Chancery Division)
McLean & Ors v McLean [2023] EWHC 1863 (Ch) (20 July 2023)
High Court (Commercial Court)
Lakatamia Shipping Company Ltd v Su & Ors [2023] EWHC 1874 (Comm) (21 July 2023)
High Court (Family Division)
Derbyshire County Council v Marsden [2023] EWHC 1892 (Fam) (21 July 2023)
High Court (King’s Bench Division)
Davidoff & Ors v Hargrave [2023] EWHC 1825 (KB) (21 July 2023)
Goodmans Autos Ltd v Maverstone Properties Ltd & Anor [2023] EWHC 1882 (KB) (21 July 2023)
Chapman v Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (Re Costs) [2023] EWHC 1871 (KB) (20 July 2023)
Source: www.bailii.org
Recent Statutory Instruments – legislation.gov.uk
SI 2023/860 – The Electricity Capacity (Amendment) Regulations 2023
SI 2023/856 – The Consumer Rights Act 2015 (Enforcement) (Amendment) Order 2023
SI 2023/838 – The Offshore Installations (Safety Zones) Order 2023
SI 2023/825 – The Education (Designated Institutions in Further Education) (Amendment) Order 2023
Source: www.legislation.gov.uk
Assessing the Right to Family Life in UK Immigration Appeals: A Case Study of a Russian National – EIN Blog
‘Introduction: Within the intricate realm of immigration appeals, the appellant’s right to family life often emerges as a focal point. This article delves into a specific case study that elucidates the intricacies and challenges encountered when evaluating this fundamental human right within the context of an immigration appeal. The case revolves around an appellant, a Russian citizen, who seeks permission to remain in the United Kingdom (UK) as the spouse of a British citizen. Through a comprehensive analysis, this article aims to shed light on the pertinent factors and the delicate balance required in determining the appellant’s right to family life.’
EIN Blog, 21st July 2023
Source: www.ein.org.uk
Unlawful eviction – section 27 residence and section 28 damages – Nearly Legal
‘Wilson v Wilson & Anor (2023) EW Misc 5 (CC). A county court judgment on a claim under section 27 Housing Act 1988 for unlawful deprivation of occupation, against a background of breakdown in relations between a family. The key issue being the residential status of the claimant where she was, admittedly, absent from the property. There was also a claim in proprietary estoppel.’
Nearly Legal, 23rd July 2023
Source: nearlylegal.co.uk
M&S decision brings embodied carbon impacts to fore in re-development v refurbishment debate – OUT-LAW.com
‘The recent decision in relation to Marks & Spencer’s flagship Oxford Street store highlights the increasing scrutiny being placed on the embodied carbon associated with re-development.’
OUT-LAW.com, 21st July 2023
Source: www.pinsentmasons.com
Appeal court clarifies Electronic Communications Code interpretation – OUT-LAW.com
‘A recent unanimous ruling of the Court of Appeal has reiterated the willingness of the courts of England and Wales to consider and apply the purpose of the Electronic Communications Code (the Code) when seeking to interpret provisions of the Code that lack clarity – to the benefit of both operators and infrastructure providers alike, experts have said.’
OUT-LAW.com, 21st July 2023
Source: www.pinsentmasons.com
Section 106s and all that – Local Government Lawyer
‘While the case law on s.106 issues should now be settled, two recent decisions, like London red buses, come along as useful additions to the planning practitioner’s e-library, writes John Pugh-Smith.’
Local Government Lawyer, 21st July 2023
Source: www.localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk
Law firm’s “implausible” €1.4m claim against bank thrown out – Legal Futures
‘The High Court has granted a leading bank summary judgment on an “inherently implausible” €1.4bn (£1.2bn) claim for an introduction fee brought by a US law firm.’
Legal Futures, 24th July 2023
Source: www.legalfutures.co.uk
Legal aid JR to be heard in run-up to Christmas – Law Society’s Gazette
‘A judicial review of the lord chancellor’s decision not to raise criminal legal aid fees for solicitors by the minimum 15% recommended by a government-commissioned review will be heard in the weeks leading up to Christmas, the Gazette has learned.’
Law Society's Gazette, 24th July 2023
Source: www.lawgazette.co.uk
Abramovich ally begins high court challenge against UK sanctions – The Guardian
‘Eugene Shvidler, a longtime ally of the billionaire Roman Abramovich, has accused the UK government of “oppressive treatment” as he launched a legal challenge against sanctions imposed upon him after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.’
The Guardian, 20th July 2023
Source: www.theguardian.com
NHS trust accused of cover-up is refusing to release report into deaths – The Guardian
‘An ambulance trust accused of hiding information from a coroner about patients that died is keeping a damning internal report about the deaths secret, the Guardian can reveal. A consultant paramedic implicated in the alleged cover-ups continues to be involved in decisions to keep the report from the public.’
The Guardian, 24th July 2023
Source: www.theguardian.com
