Archive

The new scheme for foreign national prisoners: vigilance is key'

TERS will reduce the caseload of the Parole Board and the cost of handling such cases, but it is in its early stages and practitioners should be prepared to start judicial review proceedings where they feel the secretary of state has acted unlawfully, says Patrick Hassan-Morlai

The protection available to holidaymakers needs clarifying

The rise in consumers choosing to book their own travel and accommodation rather than take up package deals has increased the pressure on the EU and the UK government to reform 'the law on consumer protection, says Alec Samuels

Is cloud-based storage right for your firm?

It is simple, flexible and offers a range of useful tools – but it doesn't suit every firm, says 'Damian Blackburn as he runs through the key areas to consider when looking at online storage

The judiciary is taking a strict approach to costs budgeting

Simon Gibbs discusses a recent case 'demonstrating the dangers of exceeding the 'pre-approved budget and failing to inform the court

Crime update

Miranda Ching considers the introduction of deferred prosecution agreements, the Assange case, time limits and article 6 rights on extradition, and the changes to criminal law brought in by LASPO

Workshop: Appointing a distributor or agent to expand your business

Jonathan Silverman weighs up the pros and cons of both options 'for businesses looking to increase their sales networks

Licensing update

Professor Roy Light reviews the latest legislation and statutory guidance, consultations on taxis and gambling, 'and cases involving incorrect guidance on closure 'notices and council licensing fees

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