The measurement tail is now wagging the dog, say Keith Soothill & Brian Francis
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
Carter-Ruck strengthens International team with appointment of arbitration partner Tomas Vail
Slater Heelis strengthens crime and regulatory team with appointment of Nick Terry as partner
Payne Hicks Beach strengthens private wealth offering with appointment of two new partners