The Supreme Court’s decision in R (on the application of E) v Governing Body of JFS [2009] UKSC 15, [2009] All ER (D) 163 (Dec) provides a fine example of the law of unintended consequences.
Professor Susan Nash provides an update on recent human rights cases
David Cameron made a fool of himself in his ill-fated attack on “elf and safety”. He got caught out citing as true a “myth” identified on the health and safety executive’s own website. Senior Tories are rallying to his aid to bolster his somewhat similar attack on the Human Rights Act 1998 (HRA 1998).
John Keown believes post Purdy guidance threatens public safety & undermines justice
David Lock examines Human Rights Act claims & the doctrine of precedent
Martin Porter QC challenges the car driven culture in the UK
Is the UK a safe haven for modern slavery? asks Gwendolen Morgan
What happens when migrants can’t pay for treatment? asks Adam Hundt
Record five interveners in JFS case marks growing trend
Strasbourg is likely to play a major role in the development of global human rights law, says Julian Samiloff
Katten strengthens financial markets and funds group in London
Hugh James expands national Serious Injury team with two new Partners
HFW continues Paris office growth with public law Partner hire