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24 April 2008
Issue: 7317 / Categories: Legal News , Freedom of Information
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Info requests

News In Brief

More than 7,800 requests for information were received by the government and “monitored” bodies in the last quarter of 2007.  This overall total from 1 October to 31 December 2007 is two per cent fewer than in the corresponding quarter in 2006. The number of requests received by departments of state fell by 10% compared to the same period last year, while the total received by other monitored bodies increased by 7%. Departments of state accounted for just over half of all requests received by monitored bodies in this period.

Issue: 7317 / Categories: Legal News , Freedom of Information
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Charles Russell Speechlys—James Paterson

Charles Russell Speechlys—James Paterson

Charles Russell Speechlys further bolsters Private Equity expertise with the appointment of James Paterson

Ellisons—Samuel Flower

Ellisons—Samuel Flower

Ellisons strengthens Rural Affairs team with senior appointment

Sidley—Carl Hotton

Sidley—Carl Hotton

Sidley adds insurance mergers and acquisitions partner to London office

NEWS
Consultant-led law firms should prepare for closer regulatory attention as oversight evolves
Artificial intelligence may draft workplace grievances, but employers cannot treat them any differently from conventional complaints
From dishonest claimants to judicial promotions and procedural skirmishes, the latest legal developments offer plenty for litigators to digest
Fresh guidance is set to influence how courts decide whether hearings take place online or in person
County Court judges remain divided over whether landlords can lawfully force entry to carry out essential safety inspections after tenants ignore access injunctions
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