The Weekly Update - 8th July 2022
Here is a round-up of some of the top legal stories from the past week:
Boris Johnson resigned as prime minister of the United Kingdom as the fallout from the Chris Pincher affair blew up in his face. Link.
Across only a few days, dozens of ministers resigned including those from the Attorney General’s Office and the Department of Justice. Link.
When it looked like the prime minister might remain in office despite shrinking report, interesting legal questions were asked about the effectiveness of the UK’s constitution. Link.
Johnson’s decision to remain as caretaker prime minister also raised questions about his status as a lame duck. Link.
And just when you thought things couldn’t get worse for the Tories, Keir Starmer and Angel Rayner were cleared of any wrongdoing by Durham police in respect of their work event. Link.
There are hopes to pass the Online Safety Bill and Northern Ireland Protocol Bill before the summer recess despite concerns about both bills. Link.
The prime minister rejected arguments for another Scottish referendum made to him by Nicola Sturgeon. Link.
A tribunal found in favour of Maya Forstater, holding that she had been victimised for expressing her anti-trans views on social media. Link.
A judge has ruled in favour of Prince Harry as part of his libel claim against the Mail on Sunday. Link.
The man who killed PCSO Julia James has been jailed for life. Link.