After a couple were defrauded of £700,000 they claimed that their bank owed them a duty. In this episode we explore this within the context of the so-called Quincecare duty that banks owe to their customers and how the law has developed to deal with cases of fraud.https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribeMusic from bensound.com

After a couple were defrauded of £700,000 they claimed that their bank owed them a duty. In this episode we explore this within the context of the so-called Quincecare duty that banks owe to their customers and how the law has developed to deal with cases of fraud. <a href="https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe</a> Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Philipp v Barclays Bank UK Plc [2023] UKSC 25

When an armed police officer shot and killed a man the investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct recommended that the objective civil law test be applied. The Metropolitan Police Service disagreed and thus began this case about the standard we expect from the police in public life.https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribeMusic from bensound.com

When an armed police officer shot and killed a man the investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct recommended that the objective civil law test be applied. The Metropolitan Police Service disagreed and thus began this case about the standard we expect from the police in public life. <a href="https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe</a> Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

R (Officer W80) v Director General of the Independent Office for Police Conduct [2023] UKSC 24

A Palestinian refugee was unable to come to the UK because she was registered with the wrong UN agency. As part of her judicial review claim the court considered the extraterritorial effect of the Equality Act.https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribeMusic from bensound.com

A Palestinian refugee was unable to come to the UK because she was registered with the wrong UN agency. As part of her judicial review claim the court considered the extraterritorial effect of the Equality Act. <a href="https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe</a> Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

R (Marouf) v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2023] UKSC 23

Following a divorce, a wife applied for financial relief but the husband died before a final determination. In this case the Supreme Court asks whether the claim can still be pursued against the estate or whether the law only grants personal rights against the individual.https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribeMusic from bensound.com

Following a divorce, a wife applied for financial relief but the husband died before a final determination. In this case the Supreme Court asks whether the claim can still be pursued against the estate or whether the law only grants personal rights against the individual. <a href="https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe</a> Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Unger v Ul-Hasan [2023] UKSC 22

Questions were asked about a scheme to get golden visas after it appeared the money was being funnelled to Russia.https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribeMusic from bensound.com

Questions were asked about a scheme to get golden visas after it appeared the money was being funnelled to Russia. <a href="https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe</a> Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

R (Wang) v SoS for the Home Department [2023] UKSC 21

A tragic death raises questions about the state's duty to protect those who are vulnerable.https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribeMusic from bensound.com

A tragic death raises questions about the state's duty to protect those who are vulnerable. <a href="https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe</a> Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

R (Maguire) v HM Senior Coroner for Blackpool [2023] UKSC 20

Under what circumstances should the Supreme Court change their mind about a previous decision?https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribeMusic from bensound.com

Under what circumstances should the Supreme Court change their mind about a previous decision? <a href="https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe</a> Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

JTI Polska v Jakubowski [2023] UKSC 19

An exclusive gym seeks to benefit from its charitable status through an 80% reduction in business rates.https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribeMusic from bensound.com

An exclusive gym seeks to benefit from its charitable status through an 80% reduction in business rates. <a href="https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe</a> Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

London Borough of Merton Council v Nuffield Health [2023] UKSC 18

A tax case about what exactly tunnels and aqueducts are offers an opportunity to discuss what a modern approach to statutory interpretation should look likehttps://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribeMusic from bensound.com

A tax case about what exactly tunnels and aqueducts are offers an opportunity to discuss what a modern approach to statutory interpretation should look like <a href="https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe</a> Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Commissioners for HMRC v SSE Generation Ltd [2023] UKSC 17

Nigerian citizens brought a claim against Shell following an oil spill off the coast of their country. In this episode the Supreme Court considered whether this was a continuing nuisance for the purposes of tort law and discuss what effect this has on the time limits for bringing a claim.https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribeMusic from bensound.com

Nigerian citizens brought a claim against Shell following an oil spill off the coast of their country. In this episode the Supreme Court considered whether this was a continuing nuisance for the purposes of tort law and discuss what effect this has on the time limits for bringing a claim. <a href="https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe</a> Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Jalla v Shell International Trading and Shipping Co. Ltd. [2023] UKSC 16

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A planning application was granted by a local council so that a new wind turbine could be built but was then challenged by a local resident. Part of the inducement to grant permission was an annual donation to a community benefit fund but it was argued that this was not a material consideration that should have been taken into account. In this episode we also discuss how well planning law is facing up to a range of issues that it faces in the 21st Century.Music from bensound.com

A planning application was granted by a local council so that a new wind turbine could be built but was then challenged by a local resident. Part of the inducement to grant permission was an annual donation to a community benefit fund but it was argued that this was not a material consideration that should have been taken into account. In this episode we also discuss how well planning law is facing up to a range of issues that it faces in the 21st Century. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

R (Wright) v Resilient Energy Severndale Ltd and Forest of Dean District Council [2019] UKSC 53

What does it mean to be British? The legal answer is not as simple as you might think. For years citizenship by descent could only be passed down the male line and in this case the Supreme Court grapples with Parliament's attempt to correct the discrimination in the British Nationality Acts. In this episode we also discuss how the Justices engage with Parliament and how the concept of nationality is at a crossroads in 2018.Music from bensound.com

What does it mean to be British? The legal answer is not as simple as you might think. For years citizenship by descent could only be passed down the male line and in this case the Supreme Court grapples with Parliament's attempt to correct the discrimination in the British Nationality Acts. In this episode we also discuss how the Justices engage with Parliament and how the concept of nationality is at a crossroads in 2018. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

The Advocate General for Scotland v Romein [2018] UKSC 6

In 2004 Tony Blair struck the now infamous 'deal in the desert' with Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi. The assistance provided by the British Secret Intelligence Service in rendering political dissident Abdelhakim Belhaj back to his homeland in the run-up to that meeting was almost certainly a factor that contributed to getting the deal done. After years of torture Belhaj is now free and has been seeking justice from those involved. This case is part of that fight.Music from bensound.com

In 2004 Tony Blair struck the now infamous 'deal in the desert' with Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi. The assistance provided by the British Secret Intelligence Service in rendering political dissident Abdelhakim Belhaj back to his homeland in the run-up to that meeting was almost certainly a factor that contributed to getting the deal done. After years of torture Belhaj is now free and has been seeking justice from those involved. This case is part of that fight. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Belhaj v DPP [2018] UKSC 33

One of the most controversial cases in recent months was the Parole Board decision to release the black can rapist, John Worboys, from prison but this case before the Supreme Court looks instead at the original police investigation. In particular the question was whether the police were liable to the victims for its failings in relation to Article 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights (prohibition of torture).Music from bensound.com

One of the most controversial cases in recent months was the Parole Board decision to release the black can rapist, John Worboys, from prison but this case before the Supreme Court looks instead at the original police investigation. In particular the question was whether the police were liable to the victims for its failings in relation to Article 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights (prohibition of torture). Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis v DSD [2018] UKSC 11

Wright Hassall

Are you on email? You simply have to be these days but is our legal system and the administration of justice set up to deal with this technology? In this episode we explore that question in the context of a claim form that was served by email.Music from bensound.com

Are you on email? You simply have to be these days but is our legal system and the administration of justice set up to deal with this technology? In this episode we explore that question in the context of a claim form that was served by email. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Barton v Wright Hassall LLP [2018] UKSC 12

The way that damages are worked out in a case can have a huge impact on both the claimant and the defendant. Add to this that the courts are often making their own best estimates and the whole outcome can  become incredibly uncertain. In this episode we explore this in the context of a restrictive covenant between two business partners who later fell out.Music from bensound.com

The way that damages are worked out in a case can have a huge impact on both the claimant and the defendant. Add to this that the courts are often making their own best estimates and the whole outcome can become incredibly uncertain. In this episode we explore this in the context of a restrictive covenant between two business partners who later fell out. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Morris-Garner v One Step (Support) Ltd [2018] UKSC 20

Zain Dean is a Scottish citizen who had been living in Taiwan for 19 years when he was convicted for manslaughter in 2010. While he was on bail he absconded back to Scotland on a friend's passport. When he was eventually caught the Taiwanese authorities sought to extradite Dean back to their country but an appeal was raised against this on the basis of Article 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights (prohibition of torture). In this episode we not only examine the human rights arguments but also consider the wider issue of extradition in the context of international relations.Music from bensound.com

Zain Dean is a Scottish citizen who had been living in Taiwan for 19 years when he was convicted for manslaughter in 2010. While he was on bail he absconded back to Scotland on a friend's passport. When he was eventually caught the Taiwanese authorities sought to extradite Dean back to their country but an appeal was raised against this on the basis of Article 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights (prohibition of torture). In this episode we not only examine the human rights arguments but also consider the wider issue of extradition in the context of international relations. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Lord Advocate (Representing the Taiwanese Judicial Authorities) v Dean [2017] UKSC 44

The people of the Chagos Islands, a British Indian Ocean Territory, have suffered at the hands of UK foreign policy for nearly 50 years. In this episode we look at the decision to establish a marine protected area around the archipelago and in particular the implications of a WikiLeaks cable that implied that the real motivation for the marine reserve was to prevent any chance of resettlement.Music from bensound.com

The people of the Chagos Islands, a British Indian Ocean Territory, have suffered at the hands of UK foreign policy for nearly 50 years. In this episode we look at the decision to establish a marine protected area around the archipelago and in particular the implications of a WikiLeaks cable that implied that the real motivation for the marine reserve was to prevent any chance of resettlement. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

R (Bancoult No. 3) v SoS for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs [2018] UKSC 3

Ever since civil partnerships became available in the UK in late 2005 their status has been up in the air. Originally the only option available to same sex couples, they now have marriage as an alternative. In this case the Supreme Court considers whether civil partnerships should be available as an alternative to marriage for heterosexual couples. We also interrogate the religious arguments against civil partnerships as well as the state's involvement in this issue.Music from bensound.com

Ever since civil partnerships became available in the UK in late 2005 their status has been up in the air. Originally the only option available to same sex couples, they now have marriage as an alternative. In this case the Supreme Court considers whether civil partnerships should be available as an alternative to marriage for heterosexual couples. We also interrogate the religious arguments against civil partnerships as well as the state's involvement in this issue. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

R (Steinfeld & Keidan) v SoS for International Development [2018] UKSC 32

The financial dealings of Rangers Football Club have been subject to a great deal of scrutiny in the recent past and in this case the Supreme Court focused on one particular aspect of the way that the club was run. When a footballer signed for the club they were offered the chance to avoid paying income tax by using a complicated trust mechanism. In this episode we unpack that mechanism and consider the legal arguments that allowed the system to be abused.Music from bensound.com

The financial dealings of Rangers Football Club have been subject to a great deal of scrutiny in the recent past and in this case the Supreme Court focused on one particular aspect of the way that the club was run. When a footballer signed for the club they were offered the chance to avoid paying income tax by using a complicated trust mechanism. In this episode we unpack that mechanism and consider the legal arguments that allowed the system to be abused. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

RFC 2012 Plc v Advocate General for Scotland [2017] UKSC 45

What role does medical evidence play in a legal battle? On the one hand medical practitioners bring their own clinical expertise to a case but the final decision rests with the judge. In this case the Upper Tribunal went against the medical evidence and it was up to the Supreme Court to decide the extent to which they had the right to do so.Music from bensound.com

What role does medical evidence play in a legal battle? On the one hand medical practitioners bring their own clinical expertise to a case but the final decision rests with the judge. In this case the Upper Tribunal went against the medical evidence and it was up to the Supreme Court to decide the extent to which they had the right to do so. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

KV v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2019] UKSC 10

When the state uses its power to take children away from their parents this has to be treated with a great deal of sensitivity. If consent is needed then that delegation of parental responsibility must be real and voluntary but does it also need to be informed consent so that parents are aware of their rights? In this episode we discuss the Supreme Court's response to that question and also consider how other factors can lead to a possible breach of the right to family life.Music from bensound.com

When the state uses its power to take children away from their parents this has to be treated with a great deal of sensitivity. If consent is needed then that delegation of parental responsibility must be real and voluntary but does it also need to be informed consent so that parents are aware of their rights? In this episode we discuss the Supreme Court's response to that question and also consider how other factors can lead to a possible breach of the right to family life. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Williams v London Borough of Hackney [2018] UKSC 37

The budget cuts to the administration of justice have had a profound impact since their implementation. Access to justice has been hampered for some of the most vulnerable in society but they are not the only ones affected. In this case we look at a judge who made complaints about the extra stress and pressure that she was under but the question was whether she could be classified as a worker under UK law.Music from bensound.com

The budget cuts to the administration of justice have had a profound impact since their implementation. Access to justice has been hampered for some of the most vulnerable in society but they are not the only ones affected. In this case we look at a judge who made complaints about the extra stress and pressure that she was under but the question was whether she could be classified as a worker under UK law. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Gilham v Ministry of Justice [2019] UKSC 44

The financial crisis of 2008 may now be far behind us but the legal ramifications are still subject to legal dispute. In this case we look at interest payments made to creditors after Lehman Brothers went into administration and consider what should rightly happen to those assets.Music from bensound.com

The financial crisis of 2008 may now be far behind us but the legal ramifications are still subject to legal dispute. In this case we look at interest payments made to creditors after Lehman Brothers went into administration and consider what should rightly happen to those assets. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Commissioners for HMRC v Joint Administrators of Lehman Brothers [2019] UKSC 12

When Babar Ahmad arrived in handcuffs at a local police station on 2nd December 2003 he had a number of significant cuts and bruises. The officers claimed the suspect had resisted arrest while Ahmad pursued legal action for assault. As the case dragged on it was suggested that the Commissioner was not exactly as supportive of their officers as might be hoped and so the present case was brought in respect of reputational, economic and psychiatric damage caused. In this episode we also discuss the funding crisis affecting the police.Music from bensound.com

When Babar Ahmad arrived in handcuffs at a local police station on 2nd December 2003 he had a number of significant cuts and bruises. The officers claimed the suspect had resisted arrest while Ahmad pursued legal action for assault. As the case dragged on it was suggested that the Commissioner was not exactly as supportive of their officers as might be hoped and so the present case was brought in respect of reputational, economic and psychiatric damage caused. In this episode we also discuss the funding crisis affecting the police. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

James-Bowen v Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis [2018] UKSC 40

What happens when a tax avoidance scheme runs a little too closely to what is within the bounds of the law? For Mr Derry this meant an unwelcome investigation from HMRC and a bill for almost £100,000. In this case we examine the judicial review of that decision and consider how the courts should account for tax avoidance schemes when it comes to statutory interpretation.Music from bensound.com

What happens when a tax avoidance scheme runs a little too closely to what is within the bounds of the law? For Mr Derry this meant an unwelcome investigation from HMRC and a bill for almost £100,000. In this case we examine the judicial review of that decision and consider how the courts should account for tax avoidance schemes when it comes to statutory interpretation. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

R (Derry) v Commissioners for HMRC [2019] UKSC 19

Walker has been in a same-sex relationships since 1993 but because he retired before civil partnerships became legal in late 2005 his partner was not entitled to the spousal pension. In this case Walker challenges the discrimination by reference to the EU's Framework Directive. We then discuss how rights may continue to be protected in the UK after Brexit.Music from bensound.com

Walker has been in a same-sex relationships since 1993 but because he retired before civil partnerships became legal in late 2005 his partner was not entitled to the spousal pension. In this case Walker challenges the discrimination by reference to the EU's Framework Directive. We then discuss how rights may continue to be protected in the UK after Brexit. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Walker v Innospec Ltd [2017] UKSC 47

One of the most important cases of 2018 thus far is this case that was brought before the Supreme Court and challenged Northern Ireland's archaic law on abortion on human rights grounds. The case is a building block for progress but, as we discuss, faces difficult political challenges both in Belfast and in London.Music from bensound.com

One of the most important cases of 2018 thus far is this case that was brought before the Supreme Court and challenged Northern Ireland's archaic law on abortion on human rights grounds. The case is a building block for progress but, as we discuss, faces difficult political challenges both in Belfast and in London. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

An Application by the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission for Judicial Review [2018] UKSC 27

When Terryann Samuels was unable to keep up with her rent and was made homeless Birmingham City Council claimed that it was under no obligation to help her because she had become "intentionally homeless". The Supreme Court considered whether Samuels' previous accommodation had in fact been affordable based on her income and came to a conclusion that may have long-lasting consequences in respect of how such decisions are made by local authorities. In this episode we also give thought to the state of legal aid in this area.Music from bensound.com

When Terryann Samuels was unable to keep up with her rent and was made homeless Birmingham City Council claimed that it was under no obligation to help her because she had become "intentionally homeless". The Supreme Court considered whether Samuels' previous accommodation had in fact been affordable based on her income and came to a conclusion that may have long-lasting consequences in respect of how such decisions are made by local authorities. In this episode we also give thought to the state of legal aid in this area. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

Samuels v Birmingham City Council [2019] UKSC 28

Kevin Maguire

Article 6 of the European Convention on Human Rights is the right to a fair trial but how far does this extend? In this episode we analyse a judicial review that argues for the right to choose one's own legal representation.Music from bensound.com

Article 6 of the European Convention on Human Rights is the right to a fair trial but how far does this extend? In this episode we analyse a judicial review that argues for the right to choose one's own legal representation. Music from <a href="http://bensound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bensound.com</a>

In the matter of an application by Kevin Maguire for Judicial Review [2018] UKSC 17

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