The Weekly Update - 4th November 2022
Here is a round-up of some of the top legal stories from the past week:
The Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, came under increased pressure because of security breaches and the migrant crisis at Manston. Link.
A number of changes contained in the Charities Act 2022 came into force. Link.
The Online Safety Bill will return to Parliament in a watered down form. Link.
A watchdog report warned that police vetting failures are chronic. Link.
The Justice Committee published a report on open justice. Link.
A report criticised the response of emergency services after the Manchester Arena bombing as bereaved families and survivors continued to advocate for a change to the law. Link.
A new proposal would make it illegal for employers to make deductions to tips earned by staff. Link.
Glencore was ordered to pay £276 million by Southwark Crown Court for bribery offences. Link.
Ministry of Defence figures highlighted a woeful conviction rate in rape cases heard before military courts. Link.
Clifford Chance announced a new Chief Operating Officer. Link.