The Weekly Update - 5th May 2023
Here is a round-up of some of the top legal stories from the past week:
The Conservative Party gave a disappointing performance in local elections. Link.
Protests against the upcoming coronation will be allowed so long as they are not disruptive. Link.
Family legal aid was extended to include those with parental responsibilities as well as prospective guardians. Link.
Proposed anti-terrorism legislation known as ‘Martyn’s Law’ was published by the government. Link.
The process to replace Lord Kitchin on the Supreme Court began. Link.
Research showed that Russians continue to make use of London’s commercial courts. Link.
The Westminster government formally declared that it will oppose a bid by the Scottish government to overturn a block of the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill. Link.
A legal challenge was launched regarding the welfare of so-called Frankenchickens. Link.
The CMA opened up a review of AI models. Link.
Ed Sheeran won his copyright trial and sadly confirmed that he will continue to make music. Link.