Couples free to marry at the beach or the pub under new plans – BBC
Proposed changes would allow couples in England and Wales to marry in a wider range of venues, including beaches and pubs. The plans would move away from the current restrictive …
Chair comment: Hillsborough Law – UK Parliament
Hillsborough Law remains a live constitutional and legal issue in the UK Parliament, with a strong focus on accountability, candour, and the conduct of public authorities. The proposed framework is …
UK social media restrictions for under-18s confirmed – Pinsent Masons
UK social media restrictions for under-18s have been confirmed, marking a direct legal development for access to online platforms by children and young people. The confirmation places the regulation of …
UK draft legislation for new single tax on share transfers published – Pinsent Masons
Draft legislation has been published to create a new single tax on share transfers in the UK. The measure would replace the current split between stamp duty and stamp duty …
More Awaab’s Law protections: “tenants’ health and safety can never be compromised” – GOV.UK blogs
Awaab’s Law is being extended to strengthen protections where tenants’ health and safety are at risk. The stated legal position is that tenants’ health and safety can never be compromised, …
The UK and international law – Palestine is the test | Letter – The Guardian
UK compliance with international law is being tested by the legal and political response to Palestine. The central issue is whether the United Kingdom gives practical effect to international legal …
Bill for Hillsborough Law set to be approved by MPs – bbc.co.uk
Hillsborough Law is set to move closer to approval by MPs. The Bill is intended to create a distinct legal framework for accountability and conduct where public authorities are under …
Lawyers “could be negligent” for failing to use AI – Legal Futures
Lawyers may face negligence exposure if they fail to use artificial intelligence where it is a reasonable professional tool. The issue is not whether AI must always be used, but …
UK looks to reshape public service media as tech platforms face demand to showcase ’trusted’ news – pinsentmasons.com
UK media regulation is being reconsidered as public service media and online platforms come under pressure to give greater visibility to trusted news. The issue raises how news prominence, media …
UK employment tax ruling impacts LLPs – Pinsent Masons
UK employment tax ruling on LLP member status affects the treatment of limited liability partnerships for tax purposes. The ruling is significant because LLPs rely on member status to determine …