‘In Toogood v HM Senior Coroner for Somerset [2026] EWHC 634 (Admin), the High Court (Sweeting J) dismissed a challenge to a Coroner’s conclusion of suicide, providing a clear and practical restatement of three recurring themes in inquest law:

The post-Maughan approach to suicide determinations;
The limited role of alternative hypotheses; and
The high threshold for judicial review of evaluative findings.’

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Exchange Chambers, 11th May 2026

Source: www.exchangechambers.co.uk

‘The Claimant was involved in a road traffic accident on 9 March 2018. On 19 March 2018, the Claimant’s solicitors submitted a CNF under the Pre-action Protocol for Low Value Personal Injury Claims in Road Traffic Accidents (“the RTA Protocol”), which stated the value of the claim was up to £10,000. On 9 April 2018, the claim exited the RTA Protocol. The Defendant later admitted liability.’

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Gatehouse Chambers, 13th May 2026

Source: gatehouselaw.co.uk

‘A “remorseless killer” who carried out a “frenzied and cowardly” attack on a model before trying to “paint himself as the Good Samaritan” who had come across an injured man lying in the street has been jailed for murder.’

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BBC News, 18th May 2026

Source: www.bbc.co.uk

‘Mark Symes explores whether current Home Office immigration raids and rapid enforcement action meet principles of procedural fairness, and offers insight into the difficulties of mounting judicial review challenges.’

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Garden Court Chambers, 5th May 2026

Source: gardencourtchambers.co.uk

‘Parents face tougher action if their children commit a crime, under plans to overhaul the youth justice system in England and Wales.’

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BBC News, 18th May 2026

Source: www.bbc.co.uk

‘There is a developing body of case law in relation to project monitoring surveyors (as distinct from project managers) who are typically appointed by funders and lenders in the context of construction developments.’

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Gatehouse Chambers, 18th March 2026

Source: gatehouselaw.co.uk

‘A recent judgment reflects a strong, victim-focused approach to crypto fraud and will provide both individuals and businesses with greater confidence in using the English courts to respond decisively to digital fraud, an expert has said.’

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OUT-LAW.com, 18th May 2026

Source: www.pinsentmasons.com

‘Garrido J has granted permission for the media to publish information about private law children proceedings, in which a family court judge had made findings that a father, serving in the armed forces, had used ‘extreme emotional and psychological abuse of the mother over many years’, before going on to order unsupervised contact, contrary to the recommendations of the Cafcass Officer.’

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St John's Chambers, 5th May 2026

Source: www.stjohnschambers.co.uk

‘Children growing up in England and Wales today are doing so in a world that is profoundly different from that of previous generations. Digital technology and social media can pose new risks. Mental health is a growing concern. And the effects of the pandemic, with its impact on education and poverty, are still being felt. Despite these challenges, the majority of our children thrive and do well.’

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Ministry of Justice, 18th May 2026

Source: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk

‘Support given to child and adolescent victims of sexual violence in the UK falls well below “bare minimum” standards, a new study has suggested.’

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The Independent, 18th May 2026

Source: www.independent.co.uk

‘We have introduced new guidance on the safe and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

In response to the increasing use of AI tools across legal practice, recent cases highlighting risks of misuse and the Ayinde v London Borough of Haringey judgment, the guidance provides a practical framework for barristers to use AI safely while continuing to meet their professional obligations.’

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Bar Standards Board, 18th May 2026

Source: www.barstandardsboard.org.uk

‘After months of parliamentary debate, the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026 (‘English Devolution Act’) received Royal Assent on 29 April 2026. The Act has important implications for the relationship between central and local government and the long-running ‘English question’ in UK constitutional politics.’

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UK Constitutional Law Association, 19th May 2026

Source: ukconstitutionallaw.org

‘In this episode of LawPod UK, Lucy McCann is joined by Jasper Gold and Paula Kelly of 1 Crown Office Row to explore the concept of consent.

The discussion ranges from philosophical theories of consent to informed consent in medical law after Montgomery, the limits of consent to harm in criminal law, and the role of deception in sexual offences. Along the way, the episode considers broader questions of autonomy, paternalism, and the different functions consent performs across modern law.’

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Law Pod UK, 18th May 2026

Source: audioboom.com

‘On a Crown court visit, rebel MP Charlotte Nichols and bar chair Kirsty Brimelow heard about what’s really ailing criminal justice. It’s not jury trials.’

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Law Society Gazette, 17th May 2026

Source: www.lawgazette.co.uk

‘Specialist courts to prevent young offenders reoffending will be piloted as part of reforms announced by the government today to ‘overhaul’ youth justice.’

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Law Society Gazette, 18th May 2026

Source: www.lawgazette.co.uk

‘Antisemitism: On Wednesday [13 May], in the course of the Speech from the Throne at the State Opening of Parliament, His Majesty said: “My Government will take urgent action to tackle antisemitism and ensure all communities feel safe”.’

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Law & Religion UK, 17th May 2026

Source: lawandreligionuk.com

‘Class action law firm Pogust Goodhead (PG) has been ordered to make a £900,000 interim costs payment after a judge found it did not have authority to start proceedings in 2020 on behalf of Brazilian claimants.’

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Legal Futures, 15th May 2026

Source: www.legalfutures.co.uk

‘A judge has condemned HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for making the “extraordinary allegation” that a law firm would engage in abusive behaviour over listing a hearing.’

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Legal Futures, 18th May 2026

Source: www.legalfutures.co.uk

‘Following Part 1 where the investigative powers contained within the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (‘the Act’) were examined, Harman Kooner now seeks to delve into the provisions relating to enforcement.’

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Local Government Lawyer, 15th May 2026

Source: www.localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk

‘The Court of Appeal has upheld the grant of planning permission for a new household waste and recycling centre in the National Landscape of north Norfolk – more than 10 years after the existing site was found to be no longer fit for purpose. Harriet Townsend KC and Matt Lewin examine the ruling.’

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Local Government Lawyer, 15th May 2026

Source: www.localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk