The Weekly Update - 27th May 2022
Here is a round-up of some of the top legal stories from the past week:
The partygate scandal appears to have finally come to a conclusion as the Sue Gray Report was published. Link.
In that same vein, there are plans to launch legal action against the Metropolitan Police over their handling of the investigation. Link.
A man plans to sue Sainsbury’s over their refusal to allow entry to his assistance cat. Link.
The Attorney General spoke out against accusations that she had selectively leaked parts of her advice to the government regarding the Northern Ireland Protocol. Link.
The CPS has charged actor Kevin Spacey with four counts of sexual assault. Link.
New guidelines on disclosure have been issued by the Attorney General’s Office. Link.
Details surrounding a draft Victims Bill have been published by the government. Link.
More law firms are experimenting with flexible working after receiving positive feedback. Link.
Clifford Chance has upped its pay for junior lawyers. Link.
There are differing approaches being taken with respect to the role that UK law firms should play in Hong Kong as democracy continues to evaporate in the region. Addleshaw Goddard closed their office while DWF announced a new partnership with a local firm. Link.