19 April 2012
The Public Sector Equality Duty: one year on and continuing uncertainty
Adam Chapman assesses the impact of the Public Sector Equality Duty.
11 April 2012
The Freedom of Information Act: Exposing the Inner Workings of Government?
Timing is everything for freedom of information requests. Emily Carter discusses a recent Information Tribunal decision.
2 April 2012
Police Appeals Tribunals: Fit for purpose?
Sophie Kemp, barrister in the Public Law team, discusses the effectiveness of the Police Appeals Tribunal.
26 March 2012
Constitutional law: Hard cases make…constitutional law?
The recent ruling by Mr Justice Charles (Nicklinson v Ministry of Justice [2012] EWHC 304 (QB)) brings vividly to life the sometimes arid question arising out of the separation of powers: are there matters on which the courts should not rule because to do so will trespass on the proper functions of the executive and the legislature in a democracy?
28 October 2011
Public Law Update – Licensing Appeals in the spotlight
Licensing decisions by local authorities and regulatory bodies can of course have a very significant commercial impact for those entities and individuals that they affect. It is not surprising therefore that, depending upon the sector and context, appeals can be common.