R (Cobalt Data Centre 2) v Commissioners for HMRC) [2024] UKSC 40
In this tax case, an effort to meet a deadline is scrutinised by the Supreme Court. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Dec 30, 2024•8 min
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Kireeva v Bedzhamov [2024] UKSC 39
Can Russian bankruptcy proceedings force the sale of a property in London. In this episode, the Supreme Court considers the ability of the common law to assist foreign trustees of bankruptcy estates. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Dec 23, 2024•6 min
Fimbank Plc v KCH Shipping Co. Ltd. [2024] UKSC 38
A shipping case offers a chance to think about how strict the courts should be about time bars. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Dec 08, 2024•6 min
SkyKick UK Ltd v Sky Ltd [2024] UKSC 36
An eight-year trademark dispute over the word ‘sky’ comes to a head in the Supreme Court. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Dec 02, 2024•7 min
RMT Union v Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Executive [2024] UKSC 37
How set in stone are collective agreements between unions and businesses? In this case we look at the effort by one company to rectify one such agreement and change the terms. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Dec 01, 2024•8 min
In the Matter of an Application by JR222 for Judicial Review [2024] UKSC 35
Inquiries are an important way to address issues of public importance. In this case we examine the circumstances where an inquiry can be suspended. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Nov 25, 2024•9 min
Oakwood Solicitors Ltd v Menzies [2024] UKSC 34
What is the process for disputing the bill you receive from your solicitor? This case turned on the meaning of when ‘payment’ is actually made by a client. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Nov 18, 2024•7 min
Tindall v Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police [2024] UKSC 33
A fatal crash on a patch of black ice could perhaps have been prevented but were the police negligent? https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Nov 11, 2024•6 min
CAO v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2024] UKSC 32
When a claim for asylum was denied, the courts were asked to consider whether the Home Secretary had given sufficient thought to the best interests of the children. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Oct 28, 2024•10 min
In the matter of an application by Noeleen McAleenon for Judicial Review [2024] UKSC 31
A landfill has been emitting noxious gases and so a local resident decided to bring a judicial review claim against the regulator but was this the correct legal action to take? “Suitable alternative remedies in JR: focusing on the claimant’s objectives” by Gabriel Tan https://administrativecourtblog.wordpress.com/2024/10/16/suitable-alternative-remedies-in-jr-focusing-on-the-claimants-objectives/ https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Oct 21, 2024•9 min
UniCredit Bank v RusChemAlliance [2024] UKSC 30
A multi-billion Euro agreement was left in the balance after Russia invaded Ukraine and sanctions were imposed. The Supreme Court was left to decide whether English courts had jurisdiction to impose an injunction that would halt proceedings in Russia. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Oct 07, 2024•10 min
Commissioners for HMRC v PGMOL [2024] UKSC 29
Do football referees have a contract of employment as far as the law is concerned? We discuss that question and proposed changes to employment law. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Sep 30, 2024•8 min
Tesco Stores Ltd v Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers [2024] UKSC 28
Controversial 'fire-and-rehire' practices were discussed by the Supreme Court and we look at Labour's proposals on this matter. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe https://uklawweekly.gumroad.com/ Music from bensound.com
Sep 23, 2024•8 min
A1 Properties (Sunderland) Ltd v Tudor Studios RTM Co Ltd [2024] UKSC 27
What should happen when there is a statutory requirement but Parliament has failed to state what the consequences of failing to meet that requirement are? In this episode we follow the Supreme Court as they attempt to fill in the gaps. https://uklawweekly.gumroad.com/ https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Aug 26, 2024•8 min
QX v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2024] UKSC 26
Temporary Exclusion Orders are designed to protect the UK from the threat of terrorism but what rights does a person subject to such an order have to see the evidence against them? Civil rights under the ECHR and anti-terrorism measures: QX v Secretary of State for the Home Department by Lewis Graham - https://administrativecourtblog.wordpress.com/2024/08/05/civil-rights-under-the-echr-and-anti-terrorism-measures-qx-v-secretary-of-state-for-the-home-department/ https://uklawweekly.substack.com/s...
Aug 19, 2024•9 min
Centrica Overseas Holdings Ltd v Commissioners for HMRC [2024] UKSC 25
In this corporation tax case, one company disputed with HMRC whether a management expense was revenue expenditure or capital expenditure. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Aug 05, 2024•7 min
Lipton v BA Cityflyer Ltd [2024] UKSC 24
A flight being cancelled is the worst nightmare for any holidaymaker. In this case, the Supreme Court addresses the compensation available for those affected. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Jul 29, 2024•9 min
Abbey Healthcare Ltd v Augusta 2008 LLP [2024] UKSC 23
What requirements does a contract have to meet in order for it to be considered a construction contract? https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Jul 22, 2024•7 min
The Manchester Ship Canal Company Ltd v United Utilities Water Ltd [2024] UKSC 22
What sort of responsibility do sewerage undertakers have for foul water discharges? This hot-button topic during the election campaign comes to the Supreme Court as the Justices decide a civil case brought by the Manchester Ship Canal Company. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Jul 15, 2024•10 min
Mueen-Uddin v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2024] UKSC 21
A defamation claim against the Home Secretary was thrown out for abuse of process but under what circumstances should a person be able to protect their reputation? https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Jul 08, 2024•9 min
R (Finch) v Surrey County Council [2024] UKSC 20
An Environmental Impact Assessment is required for certain development projects but just how far and wide should such an inquiry go? https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Jul 01, 2024•8 min
George v Cannell [2024] UKSC 19
If a malicious falsehood is published, can damages be recovered for injury to feelings even if no financial loss was suffered? https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Jun 24, 2024•7 min
RTI Ltd v MUR Shipping [2024] UKSC 18
When can an act of God allow a party to unilaterally suspend a contract? https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Jun 10, 2024•7 min
Lifestyle Equities v Ahmed [2024] UKSC 17
In this episode we examine the nature of the corporate veil in the context of trade mark infringements. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Jun 03, 2024•9 min
Argentum Exploration Ltd v Republic of South Africa [2024] UKSC 16
When millions of pounds worth of silver was salvaged from a ship that was sunk in World War II, the Supreme Court was asked about the rights of the original owner. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
May 27, 2024•8 min
Davies v Bridgend County Borough Council [2024] UKSC 15
Japanese knotweed is the stuff of nightmares for homeowners. In this case, a claimant tries to hold the council to account for failing to address the issue. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
May 20, 2024•6 min
Sharp Corp Ltd. v Viterra BV [2024] UKSC 14
A shipping case prompts questions about what role appeal courts should play when making a decision. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
May 13, 2024•7 min
R (AM) v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2024] UKSC 13
How many years does a person’s immigration status have to be in limbo before they are granted leave to remain? https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
May 06, 2024•7 min
Secretary of State for Business and Trade v Mercer [2024] UKSC 12
If an employer fires an employee for going on strike then they can sue for unfair dismissal but what about if the employer simply disciplines the worker and does not actually fire them? In this episode we explore this possible gap in the legal protections available. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Apr 29, 2024•10 min
Hassam v Rabot [2024] UKSC 11
Two motor car accidents prompt the courts to examine how compensation for whiplash and non-whiplash injuries should be assessed. We then go on to discuss some of the criticisms of the Civil Liability Act 2018. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com
Apr 01, 2024•7 min
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