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Southern Housing v Emmanuel: No jurisdiction for forced entry orders in access injunction cases

District judge rules courts lack power to authorise landlords' forced entry to enforce access injunctions.

Whiteway Wilkinson v HMRC: High Court strikes out brewery's claims over tax enforcement

High Court dismisses brewery owners' negligence and malicious prosecution claims against HMRC over unpaid VAT.

Biddick v Biddick: costs awarded after enforcement of CPR Part 36 settlement

High Court awards costs to defendants following successful application to enforce accepted Part 36 offer.

Reynolds v Abel Estate Agent clarifies early conciliation requirements for tribunal amendments

Court of Appeal confirms section 18A does not apply to applications to amend existing claims

London Borough of Enfield v A clarifies notification duties in out-of-borough placements

Court of Appeal confirms late notification to host authorities doesn't invalidate homelessness accommodation decisions.

Zen Internet v Stobart: procedural fairness and Polkey deductions in capability dismissals

EAT examines procedural requirements for capability dismissals and adequacy of Polkey assessments.

ARC Time v Secretary of State: High Court upholds leasehold reforms against human rights challenge

Divisional Court rejects freeholders' claims that 2024 Act violates property rights

Poundland Limited restructuring plan approved despite landlord opposition

High Court sanctions Part 26A plan for discount retailer following competitive sale process