Deputy Prime Minister convenes legal and business leaders to shape a plan for the future resilience of the UK legal sector. The discussion is directed at strengthening the sector’s ability …
UK law has recognised cryptocurrency as personal property, placing it within a clear legal category for the first time. This development gives cryptoassets a defined status in property law and …
The UK is set to enforce its Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme, making prior permission a legal condition for travel for affected visitors. The practical effect is that eligible travellers will …
Rule of law and constitutional order in the United Kingdom The rule of law remains a central constitutional principle in the United Kingdom, framing the relationship between lawful authority and …
New law bans plastic wet wipes in order to reduce pollution and protect rivers and seas. The measure targets a specific source of environmental harm and creates a clear legal …
Online Safety Act changes affecting the protection of children online have been explained in new government guidance. The development focuses on how online services should handle child safety in practice …
UK ransomware measures are being advanced to strengthen the response to cyber criminals and reduce the leverage created by ransom demands. The legal focus is on limiting the ability of …
Government economic policy is now directly relevant to solicitors and law firms because it can affect demand, compliance burdens and the wider operating environment. The Law Society has identified five …
Media law reforms have been announced to support press sustainability while protecting editorial independence. The stated aim is to strengthen the conditions for a viable press without compromising the legal …
The UK Supreme Court remains the final court of appeal in the United Kingdom for the cases that come before it. Its role is to determine important points of law …
