The Weekly Update - 7th April 2023
Here is a round-up of some of the top legal stories from the past week:
TikTok was fined £12.7 million by the Information Commissioner’s Office. Link.
The retailer John Lewis successfully defended a copyright infringement claim regarding its 2019 Christmas advert. Link.
The Metropolitan Police has begun its effort to root out those unfit to serve. Link.
An SNP finance probe led to the arrest of Nicola Sturgeon’s husband, Peter Murrell. Link.
Details regarding much of the UK’s military aid to Ukraine will remain secret. Link.
The government’s plan to house asylum seekers on a barge is likely to be subject to a legal challenge. Link.
A report found that rape victims who pre-record their evidence are more likely to have a better experience of the court process. Link.
The Law Commission is set to investigate possible reforms to financial remedies on divorce. Link.
Allen & Overy installed new U.S. leaders as part of expansion efforts. Link.
The International Court of Justice is to declare what countries must do to tackle climate change. Link.