Issue: Vol 159, Issue 7355

Grey v Eastern and Coastal Kent Plc [2009] All ER (D) 171 (Jan)

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

Jennifer James offers a frosty reception to the wintry weather

Should survivors of torture overseas be able to sue for damages in the UK courts? asks Richard Scorer

Re L (a child) (shared residence order) [2009] EWCA Civ 20, [2009] All ER (D) 220 (Jan)

The statutory legacy for bereaved spouses and civil partners has been doubled (from 1 February 2009).

Legal Services Board aims to provide a model of regulatory excellence in legal services

Celebi v Compass Group UK and Ireland Ltd (trading as Scolarest) [2009] All ER (D) 172 (Jan)

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