The ECtHR further concluded that the retention: “constitutes a disproportionate The ECtHR has struck a blow against the UK’s plans for DNA retention. Adam Jackson reports
Should survivors of torture overseas be able to sue for damages in the UK courts? asks Richard Scorer
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Human rights
New Directive a "proportionate interference" with the right to privacy
Syed v Wightlink (Guernsey) Ltd [2009] All ER (D) 38 (Jan)
Geoffrey Bindman pays tribute to a seditious scribbler and freedom fighter
Burns v Her Majesty’s Advocate [2008] UKPC 63, [2009] All ER (D) 47(Jan)
Extradition
The “informational privacy” debate will run and run says Timothy Pitt–Payne
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