After a decade of uncertainty, while new procedural and funding systems have become established, we need time to reflect before launching into yet further reforms, with the risk of making changes almost just for the sake of change.
Part two: Who should pay for additional educational needs? Andrew Ritchie QC
Two and a half months to go. The most entertaining of the company law changes coming into force on 1 October 2009 are the provisions in the Companies Act 2006 (which will replace the Business Names Act 1985).
Malcolm Dowden on disputes of disclaimed leases & subtenants of part
Mark Sharpley debunks some untruths about limited liability partnerships
Housing associations, independent schools and other charities are to be excluded from the extension of the freedom of information regime.
Patricia Shine explains why member states are obliged to recognise each other’s judgments
Geoffrey Bindman argues the case for preserving our freedoms
Over regulation may put UK at competitive disadvantage
Six square metres of shrubs has cost two neighbours £70,000 in dispute that will continue in the Court of Appeal this autumn.
MOVERS & SHAKERS
NLJ Career Profile: Daniel Burbeary, Michelman Robinson
Daniel Burbeary, office managing partner of Michelman Robinson, discusses launching in London, the power of the law, and what the kitchen can teach us about litigating
Joelson—Jennifer Mansoor
West End firm strengthens employment and immigration team with partner hire
Sidley—Jeremy Trinder
Global finance group strengthened by returning partner in London
