The Weekly Update - 26th May 2023
Here is a round-up of some of the top legal stories from the past week:
Suella Braverman is in hot water over potential breaches of the ministerial code. Link.
The Metropolitan Police and the CPS have been at loggerheads over prosecution decisions. Link.
Allen & Overy plans to merge with Shearman & Sterling in a deal worth $3.4 billion. Link.
Prince Harry failed to get permission for a judicial review over the decision not to provide him with police security. Link.
Boris Johnson may be in more trouble over further alleged breaches of Covid rules. Link.
The Chief Constable of Police Scotland has acknowledged that the force is institutionally racist. Link.
Efforts have been made to extend legal aid to millions of vulnerable people. Link.
The Law Commission launched a consultation regarding evidence in sexual offence prosecutions. Link.
The Bar Council has elected its first black vice-chair. Link.
The Law Society has appointed a new chair. Link.